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Confidential

Chief Accounting Officer

Confidential, Hampton, Virginia, United States, 23661

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Chief Accounting Officer About the Company Leading provider of a real-time social media management platform Industry Information Technology and Services Type Privately Held, Private Equity-backed Founded 2009 Employees 1001-5000 Categories Internet SAAS B2B Technology Enterprise Information Technology & Services Advertising Advocacy Analytics Blogging Platforms Care Cloud Commerce Cloud Community Management Content Marketing Custom Software & Technical Consulting Customer Experience Cxm Digital Transformation Management Marketing Cloud Media Pinterest Platform Recruitment and Staffing Research Cloud San Jose California Social Software Sprinklr Statistics Social Media Marketing Social Media Management Enterprise Software Social Media Social CRM Business Coaching Digital Marketing Joomla! Software Development & Design Cloud Engagement Influencer Listening Marketing Smms Specialties social media management social content management social customer relationship management social campaign management social media analytics social audience management social reporting social corporate governance crm cms social relationship infrastructure customer experience management and enterprise cloud computing Business Classifications SAAS B2B Enterprise About the Role The Company is seeking a Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) to join their dynamic team. The CAO will be a key leader in the finance function, responsible for all accounting capabilities, including financial reporting, technical accounting, IT automation, tax, regulatory compliance, and more. This role demands a strategic partner who can work closely with the CFO, CEO, and other executives to drive business success and elevate the quality of financial management. The successful candidate will have a strong technical accounting background, extensive experience in a high-growth technology business, and a proven track record of managing large-scale finance and accounting operations. Major responsibilities for the CAO include leading global accounting practices, supporting cash management, preparing SEC filings, and ensuring compliance with all financial regulations. The ideal candidate will be an inspirational leader, adept at building and leading high-performance teams, and will have a solid executive presence with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels. Candidates for the CAO position at the company should have a Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field, with a CPA, CMA, or CIA certification required. A minimum of 20 years' of accounting experience, with at least 7 years' in an executive leadership role, is essential. The role requires a leader with a balance of humility and confidence, capable of managing details hands-on while also mentoring and developing large teams. Experience in M&A activities, including due diligence and related accounting matters, is also a key qualification. The company is committed to creating a culture of customer obsession, trust, teamwork, and accountability, and the CAO will play a pivotal role in supporting the organization's mission to deliver unified customer experiences. Hiring Manager Title CFO Travel Percent Less than 10% Functions Finance