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Kibo Commerce

Accounting Manager

Kibo Commerce, Austin, TX


ABOUT THIS ROLE

Kibo is looking to bring on a leader to our accounting team. As a Manager of Accounting, you will be responsible for ensuring accurate account reconciliation, journal entries, and consistent compliance with US GAAP standards. The Manager of Accounting position is ideal if you have strong technical accounting skills, experience in accounting leadership, and enjoy working in a dynamic growing organization.

ABOUT KIBO

Kibo Commerce is a composable digital commerce platform for B2C, D2C and B2B organizations who want to simplify the complexity in their businesses and deliver modern customer experiences. We are the only modular, modern commerce platform that supports experiences spanning eCommerce, Order Management, and Subscriptions. Merchants like Zwilling, Ace Hardware, and Jelly Belly trust Kibo to bring simplicity and sophistication to commerce operations and deliver experiences that drive value.

Kibo's expertise and cutting-edge innovation has been recognized by Forrester, Gartner, Internet Retailer, and TrustRadius, and was cited as a Strong Performer in The Forrester Wave™: Order Management Systems, Q2 2023, and named a leader in The Forrester Wave™: B2C Commerce Solutions, Q2 2022.

By joining Kibo, you will be part of a team of Kibonauts all over the world in a remote-friendly environment. Whether your job is to build, sell, or support Kibo's commerce solutions, we tackle challenges together with the approach of trust, growth mindset, and customer obsession. If you're seeking a unique challenge with amazing growth potential, then come work with us!

WHAT YOU'LL DO

  • Stay current on and provide communication related to technical &
    operational accounting guidelines
  • Ensure GAAP compliance. Lead new accounting rules implementation
    when applicable
  • Manage outsourced accounting team. Review account reconciliations,
    journal entries, etc. to ensure timely and accurate reporting
  • Provide guidance on accounting treatment journal entries for complex
    transactions
  • Drive process improvements to reduce month end closing lead time
    while maintaining high level accuracy
  • Lead audit and tax work streams and manage team to prepare requested
    schedules, samples, and reports
  • Assist with compilation of information for preparation of tax returns
    and regulatory reporting
  • Perform other ad hoc analytical assignments as requested


Skills & Requirements

WHAT YOU'LL NEED
  • 5+ years of general ledger accounting experience with 1-2+ years in
    accounting leadership strongly preferred
  • BA/BS in Accounting or related Required; MBA/MS of Accounting
    Preferred
  • Strong and broad experience in accounting and ability to apply strong
    US GAAP knowledge to business scenarios
  • Strong technical accounting skills with advanced Excel
    knowledge/skills
  • Communication skills for credibility at all levels of the organization
  • A proven record of accomplishment of performance, where timelines
    are achieved, and deadlines are consistently met - detail oriented and
    driven to succeed


BONUS

  • Experience in a SaaS environment
  • CPA Certification
  • Enterprise accounting responsibilities in a corporate setting
  • Experience with Sage Intacct (ERP)


KIBO PERKS

  • Flexible schedule and time away programs


  • Paid company holidays and global volunteer day
  • Generous health, wellness, and benefit programs, including 401(k) match and pet insurance
  • Opportunity for impact, rapid career growth, and intellectual stimulation
  • Passionate, high-achieving teammates excited to help you succeed and learn
  • Company events and other activities (Holiday parties, Meet-ups, Volunteering)


At Kibo we celebrate and support all differences. Kibo is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital, disability, and veteran status.

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