Head of Corporate Accounting

Snap Inc. is a camera company. We believe that reinventing the camera represents our greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Our products empower people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together.

The Finance Team includes Finance Business Partnership, Accounting, Finance Operations, Financial Systems, Internal Audit, Tax, Treasury, and Investor Relations teams. Together, the team partners with leadership to provide insights, information, and guidance to make strategic and operational decisions, inform investors about our business model and progress, and ensure the company is financially healthy and consistently meeting our reporting obligations.

Were looking for a Head of Corporate Accounting to join Snap Inc! As a member of the Accounting team, you will lead, drive, and direct the global accounting functions including monthly close of the general ledger, coordination of quarterly reviews and audits, optimization of processes and internal controls and building, managing, and developing the accounting team.



What youll do:

Lead, manage and develop a high performing accounting team, driving performance by setting goals and development plans and fostering an environment to achieve those goals through ongoing feedback

Drive efficiency, optimization, and automation of business processes and develop and document accounting policies to standardize processes and strengthen internal controls

Lead and actively participate in business initiatives and projects, including operationalizing the accounting for new transactions and implementation of new accounting standards

Oversee the global accounting team to ensure standardization of processes and timely and accurate month- and year-end closings of accounting transactions in compliance with US GAAP and IFRS standards

Partner with external auditors and manage audit requests to drive timely completion of quarterly reviews and annual audits

Responsible for timely execution of SOX controls across the accounting team

Support M&A integration activities

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Track record of motivating and managing a global accounting team

Demonstrated experience in M&A integration of operating companies and driving efficiencies through the consolidation of accounting process

Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to work cross-functionally

Proven track record to thrive in a multifaceted environment under short timelines and changing priorities

In-depth knowledge of GAAP

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Results oriented with a can do attitude and willingness to drive process change within the team, taking on additional responsibilities as needed

Flexible and able to adapt to the Companys changing needs and priorities

Experience in technology or digital media industries

Minimum Qualifications:

10+ years of combined experience in public accounting and in a leadership role at a public company

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA designation required

Proven track record of leading and developing high-performing accounting teams

Extensive knowledge of US accounting standards and SOX compliance

Experience with global consolidations and multi-currency accounting

Preferred Qualifications:

Big 4 firm experience

Fortune 500 company experience

Experience working in cloud finance systems (Oracle, Netsuite, etc.)

MBA or Masters degree in Accounting or Finance

Our Benefits: Snap Inc. is its own community, so weve got your back! We do our best to make sure you and your loved ones have everything you need to be happy and healthy, on your own terms. Our benefits are built around your needs and include paid maternity & paternity leave, comprehensive medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, and compensation packages that let you share in Snaps long-term success.

At Snap, we believe that having a team of diverse backgrounds and voices working together will enable us to create innovative products that improve the way people live and communicate. Snap is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE, including disability/vets. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please dont be shy and contact us at accommodations-(e-mail removed)