Vice President of Global Accounting

ESO • Raleigh, NC

69d

About The Position

The Vice President of Global Accounting is a strategic executive role, responsible for leading all global accounting, tax, audit, and treasury functions. This leader will drive financial integrity, operational excellence, and compliance across a multinational footprint, while supporting strategic initiatives including M&A, global expansion, and financial transformation. Reporting to the CFO, this role is pivotal in shaping the company's financial infrastructure and enabling scalable growth.

Requirements

• CPA required; Master's degree in Accounting or Finance, preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in accounting and finance , including global leadership roles.
• Proven experience in SaaS environments and private equity or public company settings.
• Deep expertise in GAAP, IFRS, ASC 606 (Revenue Recognition), ASC 805 (Business Combinations), and ASC 740 (Income Taxes)
• Strong background in M&A due diligence, integration, and technical accounting.
• Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred) and financial planning tools.
• Demonstrated success working with SFDC CPQ in multinational environments, including configuration, deployment, and integration to support international revenue operations.
• Demonstrated success in leading global teams and scaling financial operations.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead global accounting operations across multiple entities, ensuring compliance with US GAAP, IFRS, and local statutory requirements.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including global consolidation and financial reporting.
• Maintain and enhance internal controls, accounting policies, and governance frameworks.
• Drive automation and ERP optimization (e.g., NetSuite SAP) to improve efficiency and scalability.
• Ensure accurate revenue recognition in accordance with ASC 606, especially for SaaS contracts.
• Partner with FP&A to support budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.
• Oversee accounting and reporting for the ARR Snowball, including tracking and analysis of GRR, NRR, churn, expansion, and pricing impacts across cohorts.
• Ensure revenue durability and transparency through cohort-based performance insights.
• Manage and mentor the Snowball Accounting lead, aligning their work with broader financial strategy and operational goals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate Snowball insights into actionable business decisions.
• Develop and execute global tax strategies to optimize effective tax rate and ensure compliance.
• Oversee direct and indirect tax filings, transfer pricing, and international tax matters.
• Manage tax accounting for acquisitions and other non-recurring transactions (ASC 740).
• Collaborate with external advisors and internal stakeholders to navigate complex tax environments.
• Lead global treasury operations including cash flow forecasting, liquidity planning, and FX risk mitigation.
• Manage banking relationships, investment strategies, and capital allocation.
• Implement best practices in cash controls and treasury reporting.
• Monitor global cash positions and optimize working capital.
• Serve as primary liaison for internal and external audits across jurisdictions.
• Ensure compliance with SOX, SEC (if applicable), and other regulatory frameworks.
• Monitor and update documentation for internal controls and risk management.
• Lead audit readiness and remediation efforts.
• Build and lead a high-performing global accounting team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Champion financial transformation initiatives, including process automation, data-driven decision-making, and AI inclusion in workflows.
• Act as a strategic advisor to the CFO and executive leadership on financial matters and business strategy.
• Drive talent development, succession planning, and organizational scalability.
• Lead financial due diligence, purchase price accounting (ASC 805), and opening balance sheet preparation.
• Manage post-acquisition integration of financial systems, processes, and controls.
• Partner cross-functionally to assess financial risks and ensure seamless onboarding of acquired entities.
• Support valuation, deal structuring, and financial modeling for acquisitions.

Benefits

• Competitive health plans (medical, dental, & vision insurance)
• PTO (starting at 20 days) & 12 company holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Telemedicine service provided by ESO
• Savings accounts (FSA, HSA, DCA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Peace of mind benefits such as life insurance, disability insurance, and worksite benefits
• Paid parental leave, new child program, & flexible parental return-to-work options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees