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Director of Accounting
Company | Lightspark |
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Location | Los Angeles, CA, USA |
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Salary | $235000 – $255000 |
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Type | Full-Time |
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Degrees | Bachelor’s |
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Experience Level | Expert or higher |
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Requirements
- 10+ years of progressive experience in public accounting (Big 4 preferred) and corporate accounting/controllership, ideally in fintech, payments, financial services, or crypto.
- Active CPA license with a strong technical accounting foundation, particularly in revenue recognition (ASC 606).
- Strong experience with ERP systems and accounting automation tools.
- Exceptional ability to translate complex accounting concepts into clear, actionable insights for both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally and influence at all levels.
Responsibilities
- Lead and own the monthly financial statement close process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with US GAAP.
- Prepare technical accounting memos for new and complex transactions, particularly in revenue recognition, ensuring compliance with contractual, regulatory and industry standards.
- Oversee Order to Cash (Revenue/ AR), Procurement to Pay (P2P), and bitcoin-related financial processes.
- Identify, develop, document, and implement key accounting policies, internal controls, and best practices to enhance operational efficiency and compliance.
- Interpret and apply new accounting standards, policy changes, and operationalize accounting treatment for new or evolving products and services.
- Own the external audit process, serving as the primary liaison with auditors to resolve accounting matters efficiently.
- Prepare senior management-level financial reporting summaries and presentations.
- Manage the transition of the accounting function from external to in-house operations, ensuring a seamless and efficient process.
- Oversee ERP implementation and other accounting related special projects.
- Collaborate closely with Product, Legal, Finance, and other stakeholders to provide financial insights and ensure accounting considerations are integrated into business decisions.
- Provide clear, data-driven responses to financial inquiries from internal and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment and transparency.
- Work cross-functionally to define and implement system requirements that support financial and accounting operations.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with crypto asset accounting is a plus; enthusiasm for the industry is essential!
- Proven experience leading and managing external partners in accounting, audit, and financial operations.