Location
Holmdel, NJ, United States
Posted on
May 19, 2023
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Director of Accounting
at Vonage
Holmdel, NJ
Vonage is a global cloud communications leader that helps businesses accelerate their digital transformation through our fully programmable Unified Communications and Contact Center Applications.
Our Finance Mission
: We are a critical player in contributing to both short-term and long-term business decisions. We oversee and provide timely and accurate financial information across the organization, to leaders, decision-makers and external stakeholders. We protect company assets, both real and intangible, and ensure financial compliance with country, federal, state and local laws. We serve as an indispensable business partner on topics requiring economic, financial and fiduciary inputs and expertise.
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Why this role matters
Vonage Finance is going through a period of rapid transformation implementing a new consolidated CRM and upgrading billing systems along with aligning processes and procedures to our new organizational structure. As our transformation journey continues we are looking for an experienced Business Controller leading a team of 6 owning the revenue accounting for the UCaas and CCaas product and supporting the Business CFO with full P&L and balance sheet analytics in liaison with the accounting teams in the US and Europe. This is a great opportunity for an ambitious, talented individual focused on relationship building efficiently scaling a growing business.
Where you will work
Hybrid Role:
You will have home based days, but will be required to commute to the office as and when necessary (To be agreed with your line manager).
The address of the office you will be commuting to is:
23 Main Street, Holmdel, NJ 07733
What you will do
Ownership over revenue accounting for UCaas/CCaas Business Unit in line with IFRS and US GAAP working closely with the Accounting Policy team.
Responsible for managing the accounting close process and issuing final revenue flash by working day 1 and advising on variance against prior month as well as forecast.
Business partner with FP&A and General Accounting teams to ensure integrity of full trial balance and question variances and inconsistencies across the P&L for the business.
Support the Business CFO with explaining movements in P/L and resolution and escalation of issues within the business process.
Collaborate with various groups including Legal, Revenue Operations, Sales Operations, Treasury, Pricing team and IT/engineering to on any revenue impacting activities.
Draft revenue memos as necessary to support revenue accounting position.
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Lead and coordinate monthly closing meetings to discuss variances and ensure that results are complete.
Ensure consistent application of Accounting policies and procedures.
Gather and prepare information for internal and external audit, tax and regulatory compliance activities.
Lead and develop the team in a rapidly changing environment. The team consists of internal and outsourced resources and is based in the UK and Europe.
What you will bring
Required
CPA qualified with practice background in big 4 or medium sized accounting firms
At least 10-15 years accounting experience preferably with recent commercial or controller experience in a senior leadership role
Experience accounting for activities in international markets
Public company experience and IFRS and US GAAP knowledge preferred
Sense of humor – life is easier when you can have a laugh
Desirable
Advanced Excel user, comfortable with setting out Excel models and use it for streamlining processes
Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers
Strong planning and problem-solving skills
Strong written, verbal and presentation skills
Investigative with a robust nature, and able to challenge the Company management where appropriate
Ability to:
Lead by example and actively support a strong working culture of professionalism and respect for the broader Finance team.
Work comfortably in a fast-paced, highly collaborative setting.
Manage multiple priorities with accuracy and efficiency while meeting deadlines.
Remain calm and composed during times of stress and uncertainty and inspire the same in the team.
How you will benefit
Medical, Vision, and Dental Coverage
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Income Protection
Maternity & Paternity Leave
401(k) Contributions: Pre-Tax, Roth, or After-Tax Roth Options
Unlimited Discretionary Time Off
Three Paid Volunteer Days a Year
Tuition Reimbursement
Voluntary Legal Plan
Optum Employee Assistance Program
Discount on Auto, Home & Pet Insurance
Note: The purpose of this profile is to provide a general summary of essential responsibilities for the position and is not meant as an exhaustive list. Assignments may differ for individuals within the same role based on business conditions, departmental need or geographic location.
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