Vice President of Global Accounting at ESO
Job Description
How You'll Support Our Mission
The Vice President of Global Accounting is a strategic executive role, responsible for leading all global accounting, tax, audit, and treasury functions. This leader will drive financial integrity, operational excellence, and compliance across a multinational footprint, while supporting strategic initiatives including M&A, global expansion, and financial transformation. Reporting to the CFO, this role is pivotal in shaping the company's financial infrastructure and enabling scalable growth.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting & Financial Operations
- Lead global accounting operations across multiple entities, ensuring compliance with US GAAP, IFRS, and local statutory requirements.
- Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including global consolidation and financial reporting.
- Maintain and enhance internal controls, accounting policies, and governance frameworks.
- Drive automation and ERP optimization (e.g., NetSuite SAP) to improve efficiency and scalability.
- Ensure accurate revenue recognition in accordance with ASC 606, especially for SaaS contracts.
- Partner with FP&A to support budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.
Snowball RevenueAnalytics
- Oversee accounting and reporting for the ARR Snowball, including tracking and analysis of GRR, NRR, churn, expansion, and pricing impacts across cohorts.
- Ensure revenue durability and transparency through cohort-based performance insights.
- Manage and mentor the Snowball Accounting lead, aligning their work with broader financial strategy and operational goals.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate Snowball insights into actionable business decisions.
Tax Strategy &Compliance
- Develop and execute global tax strategies to optimize effective tax rate and ensure compliance.
- Oversee direct and indirect tax filings, transfer pricing, and international tax matters.
- Manage tax accounting for acquisitions and other non-recurring transactions (ASC 740).
- Collaborate with external advisors and internal stakeholders to navigate complex tax environments.
Treasury & Risk Management
- Lead global treasury operations including cash flow forecasting, liquidity planning, and FX risk mitigation.
- Manage banking relationships, investment strategies, and capital allocation.
- Implement best practices in cash controls and treasury reporting.
- Monitor global cash positions and optimize working capital.
Audit & Regulatory Compliance
- Serve as primary liaison for internal and external audits across jurisdictions.
- Ensure compliance with SOX, SEC (if applicable), and other regulatory frameworks.
- Monitor and update documentation for internal controls and risk management.
- Lead audit readiness and remediation efforts.
Leadership & Transformation
- Build and lead a high-performing global accounting team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
- Champion financial transformation initiatives, including process automation, data-driven decision-making, and AI inclusion in workflows.
- Act as a strategic advisor to the CFO and executive leadership on financial matters and business strategy.
- Drive talent development, succession planning, and organizational scalability.
M&ALeadership
- Lead financial due diligence, purchase price accounting (ASC 805), and opening balance sheet preparation.
- Manage post-acquisition integration of financial systems, processes, and controls.
- Partner cross-functionally to assess financial risks and ensure seamless onboarding of acquired entities.
- Support valuation, deal structuring, and financial modeling for acquisitions.
Who You Are - The Essentials
- CPA required; Master's degree in Accounting or Finance, preferred.
- 15+ years of progressive experience in accounting and finance , including global leadership roles.
- Proven experience in SaaS environments and private equity or public company settings.
- Deep expertise in GAAP, IFRS, ASC 606 (Revenue Recognition), ASC 805 (Business Combinations), and ASC 740 (Income Taxes)
- Strong background in M&A due diligence, integration, and technical accounting.
- Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred) and financial planning tools.
- Demonstrated success working with SFDC CPQ in multinational environments, including configuration, deployment, and integration to support international revenue operations.
- Demonstrated success in leading global teams and scaling financial operations.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Competitive health plans (medical, dental, & vision insurance)
- PTO (starting at 20 days) & 12 company holidays
- 401(k) with company match
- Telemedicine service provided by ESO
- Savings accounts (FSA, HSA, DCA)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Peace of mind benefits such as life insurance, disability insurance, and worksite benefits
- Paid parental leave, new child program, & flexible parental return-to-work options
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