Job Description

Chief Accounting Officer for Newly Publicly Traded Organization!!

StevenDouglas has been exclusively retained by a firm that just went through a successful IPO to find their new Chief Accounting Officer. Reporting directly to the CFO with high visibility amongst the entire CSuite, the CAO is a critical executive leadership role responsible for all aspects of the company's accounting operations. The CAO will ensure the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of the companys financial reporting, with a strong emphasis on meeting SEC regulations and U.S. GAAP standards. This role requires a handson leader who can drive process improvements, manage a highperforming team, and partner effectively across the organization.

Base pay range

$275,000.00/yr - $350,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus and Stock options

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure full compliance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (U.S. GAAP) and relevant SEC rules and regulations.
• Oversee and direct the preparation and timely filing of all external financial reports, including Forms 10K, 10Q, 8K, and other required SEC filings.
• Manage the internal and external audit processes, acting as the primary point of contact and ensuring all required schedules, documentation, and controls are presented accurately and promptly.
• Lead the research, evaluation, and implementation of new accounting pronouncements and regulatory changes.
• Serve as a key strategic business partner to the CFO, CEO, and other executive leaders, providing technical accounting expertise and financial guidance for critical business decisions.
• Design, implement, and maintain effective internal controls over financial reporting (SOX compliance) and disclosure controls.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; Masters degree preferred.
• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) required.
• Must have direct experience as a senior accounting leader (VP, Controller, or CAO) for a publicly traded company (ideally over $100M in revenue).
• Deep understanding and practical experience with SOX (SarbanesOxley) Section 404 compliance and maintaining a robust internal control environment.
• Proficiency with largescale ERP systems and financial reporting software. NetSuite experience highly preferred.

Seniority level

Executive

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

Broadcast Media Production and Distribution

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)

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