Director, Technical Accounting & Financial ReportingNewNew York City, NY; Remote; San Francisco Bay Area, New York City

Director Of Technical Accounting

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Technical Accounting to lead our technical accounting and financial reporting functions. This role will be pivotal in ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, resolving complex accounting issues, and supporting strategic initiatives across the organization. The Director will report directly to the Controller and work closely with various departments to ensure accurate financial results and proper accounting treatment.

Responsibilities

• Technical Accounting Guidance : Be the primary technical accounting resource ensuring proper accounting treatment for all company activities.
• Leadership & Development : Act as a subject matter expert, working with the business partners in accounting and other functions (e.g., legal, corporate development, stock administration) to identify financial risks associated with new or contemplated transactions and resolve complex accounting issues.
• Financial Reporting : Own internal and external financial reporting processes including the preparation of financial statements, disclosures, supporting schedules in accordance with U.S. GAAP, as well as external / regulatory reporting requirements.
• Policy Initiatives : Lead all policy initiatives, including the implementation of new accounting standards. Ensure internal accounting policies are maintained and up to date.
• Strategic Initiatives : Support cross-functional strategic initiatives, including product launches, new revenue models, or structural reorganizations, ensuring accounting impacts are proactively addressed.
• Internal Control : Own the internal controls over financial reporting process maintaining control narratives and proposing solutions for identified segregation of duties and control gaps.
• Audit Committee Participation : Participate in audit committee meetings, including the presentation of required communications.
• External Auditor Management : Manage the relationship with external auditors and act as the key point of contact between the auditors and internal finance teams.
• M&A Support : Support due diligence and the integration of M&A deals. Lead the purchase price and opening balance sheet accounting.
• System Implementation : Implement tools for financial statement reporting (e.g., Workiva)
• Special Projects : Represent reporting and technical accounting in special projects such as finance transformation and automation initiatives.

Qualifications

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Additional Information

The base pay for this role is expected to be between $230,000 - $311,000 for a Director level in the New York City and San Francisco Bay Area. This expected base pay range is based on information at the time this post was generated. This role will also be eligible for other forms of compensation such as a performance linked bonus, equity, and a competitive benefits package. Actual compensation for a successful candidate will be determined based on a number of factors such as location, skillset, experience, qualifications.

Inclusivity Statement

FalconX is committed to building a diverse, inclusive, equitable, and safe workspace for all people. Our roles are intended for people from all walks of life. We encourage all those interested in applying to our organization to submit an application regardless if you are missing some of the listed background requirements, skills, or experiences!

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FalconX is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, citizenship, or any other legally-recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on FalconX. Please inform FalconX's People team at recruiting@falconx.io, if you need assistance with participating in the application process.