Director, Accounting

Whop • Palo Alto, CA

5d

About The Position

Whop is building the default operating system for internet commerce. Our mission is to help people earn income online by giving creators, solopreneurs, communities, and internet-native businesses the tools to sell digital products, software, access, services, and memberships at scale. From paid communities and trading tools to SaaS products, educational content, and exclusive access, Whop powers a new generation of online businesses. We are highly product-driven, intensely customer-obsessed, and move with urgency. We care deeply about building great systems, hiring exceptional people, and creating leverage for the entrepreneurs who rely on us. Whop is seeking an Director, Accounting to build the company’s accounting foundation from the ground up. This is a hands-on role responsible for all aspects of accounting operations — including accounting, internal controls, month-end close, financial reporting, tax compliance, and audit readiness. You will partner closely with the Corporate Controller and Head/ VP of Finance to transform Whop’s accounting function from startup mode into a disciplined, scalable operation. This is an ideal role for a builder — someone who enjoys designing processes, leading from the front, and establishing strong financial hygiene in a fast-paced, tech-driven environment.

Requirements

• 12+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong operational and technical accounting background (US GAAP) — ideally with experience in SaaS, marketplace, or fintech revenue recognition.
• Hands-on operator: comfortable working in systems (NetSuite, Campfire, FloQast, Ramp or similar) and designing processes.
• Experience with audit management and financial statement preparation.
• Proven ability to hire, mentor, and scale a small team.
• CPA license or Big 4 background strongly preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Experience implementing ERP or financial systems (NetSuite, Campfire, Ramp or FloQast).
• Exposure to payments/ fintech or ads accounting .
• Prior startup or marketplace experience — ability to thrive in ambiguity and build from scratch.

Responsibilities

• Build the Foundation: Assist the Controller in design and implementation of Whop’s formal accounting policies, processes, and internal controls.
• Establish a structured month-end and year-end close process.
• Lead accounting system upgrades, process automation, and data quality initiatives.
• Lead Core Accounting Operations: Oversee all GL accounting, revenue recognition, cost of sales, payroll, and accruals.
• Manage cash, crypto, and other digital asset reconciliations.
• Financial Reporting & Compliance: Preparing and owning the financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow).
• Ensuring compliance with GAAP (or IFRS) accounting policies.
• Managing technical accounting questions — revenue recognition, equity, leases, etc.
• Owning the chart of accounts and accounting policy documentation.
• Develop accounting schedules and support investor, board, and management reporting.
• Internal Controls & Systems: Designing and maintaining the internal control environment (especially important pre-audit or as you scale).
• Owning the ERP/accounting system and chart of accounts.
• AP/AR oversight and cash reconciliation.
• Foreign Entities: Leading the decision and setup of new legal entities in foreign jurisdictions (working with local counsel and tax advisors).
• Determining the right entity structure (branch vs. subsidiary, etc.).
• Setting up local statutory reporting requirements.
• Managing inter-company accounting and elimination entries.
• Currency/FX accounting — functional currency determinations, translation vs. remeasurement.
• Ensuring local payroll, VAT registration, and statutory filings are in place.
• People & Systems: Supervise and develop the company’s accounting team and external consultants.
• Evaluate and implement scalable systems (ERP, accounting automation, expense management, and payroll integrations).
• Drive accountability, documentation, and data integrity across all financial operations.
• Audit & External Relationships: Issuing the RFP, evaluating firms, and making the recommendation (though final sign-off often sits with the CFO/board/audit committee).
• Managing the day-to-day audit relationship once selected — preparing schedules, responding to requests, coordinating PBC (prepared by client) lists.
• Liaison to external tax advisors for compliance filings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed