Corporate Accounting Manager

BusPatrol • Austin, TX

12d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Corporate Accounting Manager oversees key accounting operations—including software capitalization, cash flow reporting, monthly analyses, and GAAP compliance—while driving process automation in NetSuite and supporting the Corporate Controller with financial reporting and audit preparation. The role also manages day‑to‑day accounting for the company’s new Indian entity, partners cross‑functionally to build scalable processes, and contributes to complex transactions such as M&A, financing activities, and AI‑driven automation initiatives. Success requires strong technical accounting expertise, Big 4 experience, and a proactive, hands‑on approach in a fast‑paced technology environment.

Requirements

• BA/BS in Accounting required; CPA license required;
• Big 4 Public accounting experience required of 3+ years;
• At least 4+ years of work experience in finance and accounting –preferred within growing, fast-paced technology organization;
• Proficiency in accounting systems (NetSuite preferred);
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite (in particular MS Excel, Teams, and SharePoint).
• Hands-on, “roll up sleeves and get it done” mentality
• Ability to work cross functionally to obtain data from teams, collaborate on projects, and complete deliverables
• Driven by a fundamental, intellectual curiosity and self-motivation that manifests in the ability to complete complex operational, financial, and accounting analyses
• Ability to consult and advise business leaders and managers on a range of issues related to accounting, financial reporting, internal control, and regulatory matters;
• Financial system implementation experience, including business process mapping and improvement;
• Broad business sense; demonstrated financial and accounting-specific competencies;
• Ability to present ideas in an easy-to-understand and engaging manner;
• Creative thinker; fast on their feet; proactive versus reactive;

Nice To Haves

• Experience accounting for unique business transactions preferred

Responsibilities

• Ownership of software capitalization process – with a goal to automate key activities, ensure compliance with GAAP and help management improve understanding of costs associated with key technology projects.
• Support Corporate Controller with financial statement analysis and capital reporting
• Lead coordination efforts with external advisor, responsible for day-to-day aspects of accounting for recently established Indian legal entity. Assist in defining new processes, establishing controls, and integrating processes within management framework.
• Prepare weekly cash flow projections and monthly cash flow statements
• Complete monthly analyses over defined areas to gain better insights and assist in operational decision making.
• Implement process enhancements and automation within our ERP system, NetSuite.
• Support in the coordination of the annual financial statement audits.
• Assist with special projects and/or accounting for unique transactions of the business - such as i) M&A activity, such as due diligence, integration, and purchase accounting; ii) financing activities; iii) audit committee; iv) AI automation projects and other

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Unlimited PTO
• A purpose-driven career, working to protect children and improve public safety
• The occasion to participate in BusPatrol’s culture of safety, learning, and teamwork
• A team of innovators, committed to leveraging AI and smart technology for social good

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees