Head of Accounting

Job Description

DESCRIPTION

At quip, we design and deliver delightful products and services that keep your mouth healthy.

We are looking for an experienced Head of Accounting who brings strong leadership with the ability to support a fast-paced environment. Reporting to the VP of Finance & Accounting, the Director of Accounting will be responsible for setting up the foundation for the company’s accounting operations, financial reporting, tax filing and the development of process and controls.

The successful candidate will be a seasoned manager with tremendous integrity, vision, drive, intelligence, and capability. This person will be highly motivated and have the ability and desire to shape the future of the business.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounting operations including general ledger, AP, AR, technical accounting, inventory, cash management and revenue recognition activities
• Drive timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes and efficient financial reporting
• Manage monthly, quarterly, annual financial statement fluctuations with explanations ensure reasonableness
• Manage the implementation of new accounting pronouncements for leases (ASC 842)
• Partner with FP&A team to set up and manage company’s budget
• Lead internal tax team and partner with our external tax firm to complete income tax filing, sales and indirect tax filings on time, in addition to broader tax compliance across the company
• Manage external auditor relationships to facilitate completion of audit procedures in a timely and efficient manner
• Establish, implement, manage and monitor critical accounting and reporting policies, processes and associated metrics
• Serve as the Company’s expert on accounting matters, partnering with other departments on accounting-related questions and initiatives
• Evaluate and identify areas of potential exposure and internal control weakness, and evaluate and improve processes and work flows to improve completion times.
• Owner of accounting information system and related data flows to ensure accuracy of financial statements
• Lead, motivate and develop talent within the organization including regularly reviewing their goals, objectives, performance and career advancement
• Ensure legal & compliance processes and related workflows are maintained for risk mitigation and financial reporting purposes
• Liaise with external insurance brokers and internal parties to ensure proper coverage and renewal timelines are met
• Own other special projects and responsibilities as they occur

Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive accounting management experience, including experience in a Big-4 accounting firm, CPA required
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, Inventory and cost accounting preferred but not required.
• Track record of building and developing high-performance accounting teams in a fast-paced organization
• Demonstrated ability to work cross functionally to accomplish complex projects.
• Practical, hands-on approach with the ability to lead by example.
• Comfortable leading through ambiguity and a champion of change.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business related field.
• Excellent communication, presentation and organizational skills
• Self-starter, detail oriented and efficient

BENEFITS

• You'll be working in a high energy, fast-paced environment helping us make oral care simple and effective!
• An office located in the heart of DUMBO with breathtaking views of Manhattan Bridge (this role will have remote flexibility)
• Competitive health and dental benefits
• Commuter benefits for parking & transit
• Offer competitive paid parental leave policy for qualifying employees
• Flexible Hybrid (in-office and remote) Options
• Open vacation policy
• Dog-friendly office space
• 401k Benefits
• Extended Education Assistance
• Employee Referral Program
• Competitive compensation package with stock options at a high-growth startup
• Fully stocked kitchen with snacks (make sure to use your quip after snacking!)
• Your very own quip with an unlimited subscription plan
• The opportunity to help us make oral care more simple, effective and accessible!

About quip

quip is a modern oral health company launched in 2015 that provides thoughtfully designed personal oral care products and professional dental care services through a digital platform that makes oral care more simple, accessible, and enjoyable. The current personal care offerings include a wide selection of American Dental Association accepted (ADA seal) adult and kid electric toothbrushes, smart brushes, refillable floss pick and string, refillable mouthwash and gum, all kept fresh with a refill delivery service. quip’s professional platform, which is behind quip Aligners and quipcare, is part of the company's future vision to connect personal care, oral health monitoring and professional care in one digital oral care companion app that helps access and manage all your oral care needs and guide and incentivize good oral health habits.

quip is committed to promoting equality, inclusion, and diversity beyond your brushing routine. We believe our company is better equipped to care for every mouth when we listen to fresh perspectives from every voice, and in doing so, we build an equal-opportunity team of the brightest minds (and mouths)—regardless of race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, identity, or any other trait that makes you you. By celebrating and supporting our differences, we will thrive in our mission to improve oral health for all.