Chief Accounting Officer

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Apr 01, 2019

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Leaf Group (NYSE : LEAF) is a publicly traded diversified Internet company that builds platforms to enable communities of creators to reach dedicated audiences in the ever-growing lifestyle categories.

The Chief Accounting Officer will report directly to the company’s CFO; this individual will be a key member of the Finance leadership team. S / he will oversee all accounting functions, including general accounting, billing, A / R, A / P, financial reporting, the month-end close process, revenue recognition, cash management, payroll, stock administration, and tax. The CAO will be responsible for further developing and building out a world-class accounting team (currently around 20 professionals) and implementing systems and processes to continuously improve efficiency, cycle time and quality. Additionally, as a member of the Finance leadership team, the CAO will work with the company’s CFO, and SVP of FP&A to drive financial strategy and execution. This role is perfect for someone who is a Corporate Controller / CAO currently and wants to make the next step in their career.

You’ll Report To : Chief Financial Officer

Responsibilities :

• Implement and maintain corporate accounting policies, procedures and internal controls to ensure conformance with US GAAP and other laws / regulations.
• Lead quarterly financial reporting - including drafting and reviewing SEC documents, ensuring quality, and administering strict timeline.
• Manage transaction accounting, SOX, the closing process, and other financial controls.
• Ensure the appropriate accounting systems and processes are implemented and continuously improved to achieve greater efficiencies and accuracy in the level and timeliness of reporting.
• Manage relationship with external auditors and ensure delivery of all documentation required for annual audits.
• Implement best in class systems, policies, procedures for close process, financial reporting, SOX compliance and all accounting functions.
• Partner with business leads and FP&A team to understand and explain financial variances; support preparation of board materials.
• Lead the Tax function to ensure complete and accurate tax compliance and tax accounting in conjunction with third-party providers.
• Hire, manage and develop a world-class accounting team.
• Build relationships cross-functionally to foster collaboration both inside and outside of the Finance & Accounting teams.

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What We Have :

Leaf Group, Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings are welcome and will be considered without

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