A leading international software organization headquartered in San Diego is in need of a talented Controller. The successful candidate must have a strong mix of Software industry and Public Accounting experience.
Responsibilities:
Participate as a key member of the Accounting Organization and Senior Management responsible for the financial performance of the Company.
Maintain effective accounting systems and ensure that the proper internals systems and reporting mechanisms are in place.
Manage the monthly closing and internal reporting, including international subsidiaries
Provide leadership and direction to ensure the development of timely business plans, relevant financial management information and analysis, accurate accounting systems and financial controls.
Lead external audit and interface with Audit Committee
Manage statutory compliance and related filings on a global basis.
Manage the review and oversight processes for accounts payable and payroll expenses
Demonstrate ownership of applying GAAP revenue recognition accounting standards to companys revenue agreements and implementation of corresponding accounting practices, including SaaS related business activities.
Analyze monthly financial performance and provide insightful analysis and review.
Manage accounting-related system implementations, conversion and integration projects.
Interface on a regular basis with companys management team and other accounting, tax and finance groups.
Review and update accounting policies and monitor compliance with GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, accounting/financial reporting policies, etc.
Review processes and procedures to optimize efficiency and effectiveness of the accounting group.
Drive/implement/maintain required internal control processes for all global financial activities that impact the financial statements, most notably revenue recognition.
Assist the Finance group with the budgeting/planning and forecasting process.
Manage all aspects of general accounting, revenue recognition, credit and collections, tax, external reporting, cash management, stock administration, SOX compliance and internal audit.
Support senior management with high quality services for payroll, stock administration, accounts payable, and travel/expense reimbursement.
Collaborate with IT to develop and automate the preparation and analysis of financial information and reporting.
Provide accounting controls in accordance with GAAP. Assure Sarbanes-Oxley section 404 controls procedures are met.
Manage relationships and day to day communications with external auditors, ensure efficient quarterly reviews and annual audits.
Requirements:
BS/BA in Accounting
CPA with Public Accounting experience
Strong technical accounting skills/experience.
15+ years of related experience required, to include at least 3 years with a public company, a company with revenue exceeding $100 million and experience with software revenue recognition (SOP 97-2)
Systems Implementation experience and familiarity with ERP systems like Oracle
Demonstrated experience in developing a high-performance accounting team larger than 10 people
Effective communicator, verbal and written.
Very strong work ethic and can-do attitude.
Establishes effective communication and relationships with staff and external auditors
Merger and Acquisition integration experience
- Location: San Diego
- Compensation: Up to $160,000 + Bonus
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