Director of Accounting

Summary

Join Finite State as their Director of Accounting to lead and scale the accounting function. You will own the monthly close, build GAAP-compliant processes, support AI-driven business model complexity, and prepare for audit and long-term scalability. This hands-on role requires leading all accounting operations, streamlining the month-end close process, developing scalable accounting policies, and ensuring ASC 606 compliance. You will manage relationships with auditors and vendors, implement and optimize the finance tech stack, support international expansion, and partner with other teams. The position also includes hiring and mentoring a team. Finite State offers a remote-first culture and comprehensive benefits.

Requirements

• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including SaaS; cybersecurity or AI experience a plus
• CPA required; public accounting background strongly preferred
• Deep understanding of ASC 606, equity comp, cost capitalization, and SaaS-specific accounting nuances
• Experience with AI-augmented pricing models (e.g., consumption-based billing, AI services integration)
• Systems thinker with ERP ownership (NetSuite ideal) and a bias toward automation
• Excellent cross-functional communication; ability to translate accounting implications to non-finance stakeholders
• Comfortable building from zero and scaling fast in a high-growth startup environment

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting operations, including GL, AR/AP, payroll, revenue recognition, and equity accounting
• Own and streamline the month-end close process for accuracy, speed, and audit readiness
• Develop and maintain scalable accounting policies and controls aligned with US GAAP and SaaS norms
• Drive ASC 606 compliance, including AI-influenced pricing models and bundled offerings
• Manage relationships with auditors, tax advisors, and external vendors
• Implement and optimize finance tech stack (e.g., NetSuite, Bill, TriNet, Carta), with an eye toward automating the mundane and AI enablement
• Support international expansion, intercompany transactions, and multi-currency consolidation
• Partner with FP&A and Data teams to align revenue, margin, and spend tracking to operational metrics
• Hire and mentor a lean team, scaling as the company grows

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with hybrid revenue models (software + professional services + AI APIs)
• Exposure to IPO-readiness, public company controls, or PCAOB audits
• Familiarity with SOC 2, FedRAMP, or other compliance frameworks common in cybersecurity

Benefits

• Investment: We offer learning stipends to support your professional development
• Equity: We offer equity so you can share in our growth and success
• Work fully remotely with a high degree of autonomy and ownership