[Remote] Director of Accounting

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Edged is a fast-growing provider of sustainable data centers and energy infrastructure. The Director of Accounting will lead the company's accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP while overseeing key functions such as general ledger and accounts payable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting
• Oversee preparation and review of consolidated financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP
• Review journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules to ensure completeness and accuracy
• Monitor close timelines and implement improvements to shorten the close cycle
• Oversee the Accounts Payable (AP) function, ensuring accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices and payments
• Establish strong controls over vendor onboarding, invoice approvals, and payment processing
• Ensure compliance with company policies and internal controls related to disbursements
• Drive improvements in AP efficiency through automation, workflow improvements, and system integration
• Partner with Procurement and Operations teams to improve purchase order and invoice matching processes
• Participate in the deployment of a Procure-to-Pay system and represent the Accounts Payable function on the P2P project
• Support ERP and financial system implementations, upgrades, and integrations
• Identify opportunities to automate accounting processes, improve data accuracy, and increase efficiency
• Partner with Finance, IT, and Operations teams to implement tools that enhance invoice processing, reporting, and financial visibility
• Develop scalable accounting processes to support business growth and operational complexity
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team
• Establish clear goals, performance metrics, and career development opportunities for team members
• Foster a collaborative and results-oriented team culture

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA required
• 12+ years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP
• Experience managing accounting operations and teams
• Experience in a public company or IPO-ready environment
• Familiarity with NetSuite, or similar ERP systems
• Experiences with public accounting
• Experience with real estate or data center industry

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• flexible spending and HSA accounts
• Paid holidays
• PTO
• Employee assistance program
• Other company benefits
• A fast-paced, entrepreneurial culture focused on innovation
• A flexible, autonomous work environment
• A culture of respect, learning, and excellence
• Experienced, highly talented experts as team peers
• Growth and travel opportunities
• A team of change-makers having a significant impact on people and the planet

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