Job Description
Trusted by many of the largest companies globally, Accertify is the leading digital platform assessing risk across the entire customer journey, from Account Monitoring and Payment Risk to Refund Fraud and Dispute Management. Accertify helps maximize revenues and user experience while minimizing loss and customer friction. We offer ultra-fast decision-making and precise control, ensuring our customers are always confidently in the driver’s seat and ready to #MoveAtTheSpeedOfRight.
Be in the driver’s seat of your career as an Assistant Global Controller with the industry leader- and build a career you can trust.
The Assistant Global Controller will assist the Global Controller in leading Accertify’s application of US GAAP technical accounting standards, establish standards to ensure accurate and timely monthly consolidation and close processes, coordinate global accounting, balance sheet account analysis and reconciliations, financial reporting, and internal controls. This individual will also help to drive best practices and efficient uses of technology and automation, including assisting the Revenue leader in evaluating the contracting- to invoicing- to collection processes and establishing accurate and efficient customer invoicing processes, as well as working with our team and functional leaders and helping to drive value creation initiatives —thriving in a fast-paced, private-equity-backed SaaS environment with a focus on efficiency and strategic growth.
Responsibilities:
- GAAP Accounting and Reporting:
- Oversee the consolidation of financial statements in accordance with US GAAP.
- Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of all financial reporting, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reports – all in accordance with GAAP.
- Manage and optimize the monthly financial close process and ensure accuracy in reporting of results, including accuracy of transaction reporting into cost centers and product lines.
- Ensure all balance sheets accounts are reconciled monthly.
- Coordinate closely with the FP&A team in understanding financial results, providing input and insights into the balance sheet, cash forecast, and P&L rolling 12-month forecast.
- Develop and maintain accounting policies and procedures.
- Assist Global Controller in leading the coordination with auditors for the annual audit of consolidated financial statements, as well as statutory and 401k audits.
- Manage and reconcile intercompany transactions and activity.
- Ensure the accuracy and proper reporting of revenue recognition, accounts payable, and payroll reporting.
- Internal Controls and Compliance:
- Design, implement, and maintain a robust global internal control framework to safeguard company assets and ensure the integrity of financial information.
- Monitor compliance with all applicable accounting standards, regulations, and legal requirements across all global jurisdictions.
- Team Leadership and Development:
- Provide guidance, training, and professional development opportunities to team members.
- Manage the performance and development of direct reports.
- Effectively work with remote colleagues and communication across different time zones.
- Process Improvement and Systems:
- Identify and implement opportunities to streamline accounting processes, improve efficiency, and enhance the accuracy of financial data.
- Leverage technology to automate tasks and improve reporting capabilities, including the monthly close process.
- Strategic Support and Collaboration:
- Partner with the Global Controller, Head of Tax and Treasury, FP&A leader, CFO, and other senior leaders to implement best practices and to provide quantitative financial insights to support strategic decision-making.
- Stay abreast of global changes in accounting standards and regulations and assess their impact on the organization.
- Develop relationships with external auditors and other financial service providers.
- Support mergers, acquisitions, and divestiture activities as needed.
Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree required; CPA required.
- 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including leadership roles.
- Experience in multi-national, private equity-owned companies, with solid knowledge of US GAAP, legal entity compliance, and foreign currency accounting.
- Strong financial and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data, ensure reporting accuracy, and provide strategic insights.
- Demonstrated leadership and people management skills, with a track record of mentoring high-performing colleagues and fostering close collaboration and teamwork.
- Solid executive presence, demonstrating confidence but in a humble and modest manner.
- Skilled in handling ambiguity and solving issues.
- Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Results-driven, hands-on leader with strong attention to detail and a sense of urgency.
- Experience with NetSuite and related financial systems.
Compensation & Benefits: - Salary: Competitive base salary with performance-based incentives. Potential Salary Range: $160-180K, plus an incentive-based bonus, with equity potential. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations.
- Travel: 5% of travel, Domestic/International
- Location: 2 Pierce Place, Suite 900, Itasca, IL 60143
- Workplace Flexibility: Hybrid (minimum 3 days in-office per week)
- Visa Sponsorship: Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.; Accertify does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
Why Join Accertify? At Accertify, we believe in investing in our people. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits to support your success both professionally and personally:
- Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
- Time Off: Paid time off, holidays, and personal days to maintain work-life balance.
- Financial Growth: Competitive pay, 401(k) with company match, and financial planning resources.
- Career Development: Training programs, mentorship opportunities, and growth potential within the company.
- Wellness Support: Mental health resources, fitness perks, and wellness programs.
- Family-Friendly Perks: Parental leave, adoption assistance, and flexible work arrangements.
- Extras & Perks: Commuter benefits, employee discounts, and company-sponsored events.
At Accertify, we’re committed to your success, because when you thrive, we thrive. Are you ready to make an impact? Apply today and be in the driver’s seat of your career.
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