Gladly

Director of Accounting

Gladly

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: United States

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Salary

💰 $187,000 - $220,000 per year

Job Level

About the role

  • Own the end-to-end month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
  • Lead complex revenue recognition under ASC 606 for subscription and usage-based models, including deferred revenue, contract modifications, and commission capitalization.
  • Oversee daily operational accounting activities, including accounts payable (AP), expense management, and payroll processing.
  • Coordinate annual financial audits and tax preparation, serving as the primary liaison with external auditors.
  • Directly manage and mentor the accounting team while partnering closely with FP&A on budgeting and forecasting.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience in accounting roles, with at least 3 years in a management or supervisory capacity.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • Must have prior accounting leadership experience in a technology or SaaS company that has scaled past $50M in revenue.
  • Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP with verifiable experience in ASC 606 (Revenue Recognition) as applied to recurring revenue/SaaS business models.
  • Proven expertise with NetSuite and familiarity with financial reporting tools is required.
  • Previous experience at a Big 4 public accounting firm (Audit or Advisory) is highly desirable, and an active CPA license is preferred.
Benefits
  • Competitive salaries, stock options, and comprehensive benefits
  • Generous paid time off, parental leave, and home office stipends
  • A fully remote work environment with opportunities for in-person team gatherings
  • A strong commitment to professional growth and an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives thrive

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills
financial statements preparationrevenue recognitionASC 606accounts payableexpense managementpayroll processingbudgetingforecastingfinancial auditstax preparation
Soft skills
leadershipmentoringcommunicationcollaborationorganizational skills
Certifications
CPA