Director, Accounting & Controller

Unacast•Ashburn, VA

2d•Remote

About The Position

Unacast is a leading provider of global location intelligence that delivers cutting-edge analytics about human mobility in the physical world. We are a team of experts with decades of unmatched industry experience and we partner with organizations across the private and public sectors to unlock the potential of location data. Unacast drives smarter decision-making based on trustworthy, reliable, and privacy-friendly location intelligence that powers both commercial and societal benefits. The Director of Accounting & Controller is responsible for the leadership and execution of accounting, treasury, and reporting for a high-growth entrepreneurial company. A successful candidate will be process-oriented and position themself as a partner to the CFO and the organization, and establish credibility as a technical accounting expert who’s comfortable digging into the details. If you like wearing multiple hats while getting into the weeds, this opportunity is for you.

Requirements

Strong self-management skills; ability to operate independently and be accountable for outcomes
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; able to influence and persuade effectively
Highly process-oriented with a focus on execution and results
Meticulous attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
10+ years of accounting experience demonstrating expansion of responsibility and professional growth
CPA required
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, finance, or equivalent experience
Keen understanding of ASC 606 and experience with software or data license (recurring revenue) business models
Deep experience in technical accounting, financial close, and reporting
Expertise in NetSuite, including system administration and training others

Nice To Haves

Early career working in public accounting preferred
Preference for candidates who reside in the Washington DC metro area (DC, MD or VA)

Responsibilities

Own the monthly financial close process, including reconciliations, accruals, consolidations, and other estimates for three consolidating U.S. entities
Prepare timely and accurate financial reports and statements in compliance with U.S. GAAP for internal and external stakeholders
Produce cash forecasts, sales metrics, cost analyses, commission schedules, and other recurring reporting
Manage the company’s cash cycle, including A/R collection in partnership with Sales and timely A/P processing
Oversee the company’s expense reimbursement policy, procedures, compliance, and platform
Evaluate current accounting practices and policies to drive continuous improvement and meet evolving requirements
Design, improve, and monitor financial controls to safeguard company resources
Oversee external audit, tax, and other compliance engagement including sales tax and related federal, state, and local reporting
Manage corporate depository relationships
Support corporate development and financing diligence efforts
Lead and manage accounting team
Financial system administration of Netsuite ERP, Commission, and AP / Expense report systems