Brigit is hiring a
Director of Accounting

Summary

The job is for a Director of Accounting at Brigit, a growing fintech company recognized by various industry awards. The role involves managing the accounting function and overseeing various aspects such as month/quarter/year-end close, technical accounting/policy development, debt & cash management, AR and AP cycles, financial reporting, financial controls, payroll, tax, and audit.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience spread across public accounting and in-house, high growth startups
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related degree
• Experience managing an audit and external consultants
• Knowledge of technical accounting principles and how to operationalize them
• Proficient in accounting software (ERP) and Microsoft/Google suite (Word/Excel/Powerpoint)
• Excellent communication and presentation skills and ability to effectively collaborate cross-functionally
• Comfortable analyzing detailed data and summarizing findings to executive stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day accounting operations, including but not limited to: financial close, reporting, cash management, AR, AP, tax, account reconciliations, etc
• Implement improvements in processes, controls, and systems to drive operational efficiencies and automation
• Continuously improve the quality and timeliness of financials for internal and external reporting
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting and regulatory standards
• Hire, manage, and mentor an internal accounting team
• Manage the external audit process and prepare audited financial statements
• Enhance technical accounting policies, such as revenue recognition, capitalized software, etc
• Manage current financial systems and tools, such as Quickbooks, Bill.com , and Ramp.com , while exploring opportunities for other vendors

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Equity participation
• Flexible PTO Policy
• 401k plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Physical and mental wellbeing benefits including Wellhub for access to virtual workouts and discounted gym memberships, and Headspace for covered virtual therapy sessions and unlimited on demand health support
• Monthly reimbursements to use against wifi and cell phone bills
• Annual reimbursement for Learning & Development