Director, Accounting

DescriptionHi, We’re AppFolioWe’re innovators, changemakers, and collaborators. We’re more than just a software company — we’re pioneers in cloud and AI who deliver magical experiences that make our customers’ lives easier. We’re revolutionizing how people do business in the real estate industry, and we want your ideas, enthusiasm, and passion to help us keep innovating.We love where we work, and you can, tooThe Director of Accounting will lead and expand the capabilities of our Corporate Accounting, including the General Accounting, Financial Reporting, and Payroll teams, to ensure accurate financial reporting, maintain compliance with regulatory standards, and drive continuous process improvements. This role will guide the team in maintaining timely and compliant accounting practices while fostering staff development through coaching and mentorship. This role will set a clear and motivating vision for the team, aligning their efforts with AppFolio’s business objectives.The ideal candidate will be an experienced Director of Accounting with strong fundamental accounting skills, excellent problem-solving abilities, and a proven track record of driving operational excellence in a dynamic, multi-task-oriented environment. What You’ll DoManage a high-performing team of Finance and Accounting professionals.Lead the month-end and year-end close process; perform reviews to ensure accuracy and compliance with GAAP; publish timely financial statements and analyze variances. Oversee the execution of all periodic filings with the SEC.Drafting and reviewing technical and complex accounting matters. Manage strategic transactions such as M&A and strategic investments to ensure proper accounting and reporting compliance and assist with actions required for execution or implementation.Oversee the payroll function and ensure appropriate processes are in place and functioning to run payroll accurately and on time.Design and drive process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of accounting operations in the area of responsibility.Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, and company policies. Perform oversight of periodic audits. Manage internal controls and compliance programs and support SOX compliance efforts. Partner with FP&A to help deliver accurate quarterly forecasts.Develop and grow a team that demonstrates performance excellence. Mentor team members to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and teamwork. Reporting Structure and LocationThe preferred location is Santa Barbara, California, ideally with a minimum of three days in the office. The ability to help educate and train while building relationships and the trust and confidence of the business is imperative to the success of the Finance organization and AppFolio culture.Remote work is possible, but we expect regular travel to Santa Barbara and other AppFolio office hubs (San Diego, Dallas) to facilitate productive relationships and collaboration.What We’re Looking ForLeadership / Fostering a Team: Experienced leadership in leading teams. Holds leaders and teams accountable for driving performance and engagement to create an award-winning environment. Ability to provide a clear vision of management objectives and team growth.Technical Accounting: Strong knowledge of accounting standards and disclosure requirements under US GAAP and SEC regulations.Communication Skills: Numbers are key, but a business is built with people. Cross-functional relationships and effective communication with non-financial audiences are critical to making an impact.Operations: Builds and deploys operational processes and technologies, resulting in efficiencies across the organization.Analytical and Problem Solving: Combined with impeccable business judgment and ability to communicate with the management team. Ability to lead great decision-making through the use of analytics.Resourceful & Action-Oriented: Individual who possesses a proactive sense of urgency and who knows how to overcome obstacles to get things done in a timely fashionInfluence: Ability to influence seamlessly across stakeholders, cross-functional partners, and teams.Connector: Earns trust and maintains confidence across and between dedicated team members and AppFolio. Establishes collaborative working relationships with stakeholders.Business Advocacy / Execution: Results-oriented, objective business advocate; trusted advisor and business partner with the ability to drive business insights, actions, and accountability across departments. Must HavesBachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.CPA licensed in California with public accounting experience (Big4 is a plus).10+ years of relevant work experience, big 4 public accounting firm experience preferred.Proven success in leading and developing an accounting team.Strong communication and interpersonal skills; concise communication when speaking to senior leadership.Robust technical accounting experience and experience with Sarbanes-Oxley compliance.Proven track record of successfully leading transformational initiatives. Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems; experience with NetSuite is a plus.Compensation & BenefitsThe base salary we expect to pay for this role is $167,200 - $209,000The actual base salary for this role may vary greatly to account for the wide range of skills, experience, and qualifications that candidates may possess at this level. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary expectations during the hiring process.Base pay is one important aspect of a compelling total rewards package. The base pay range indicated here does not include any additional benefits, bonuses/commissions that you may be eligible for based on your role and/or employment type. Regular full-time employees are eligible for benefits including but not limited to: Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical, dental, and vision benefits Long-term and short-term disability insurance401(k)Wellness benefitsSee more at .Why AppFolioGrow | We enable a culture of high performance, where delivering results is recognized by opportunities for growth and compelling total rewards. Our challenging and meaningful work drive the growth of our business, and ourselves.Learn | We partner with you to realize your potential by investing in you from the start. We're cultivating a team of big thinkers through coaching and mentorship with our best-in-class leaders, and giving you the time and tools to develop your skills.Impact | We are creating a world where living in, investing in, managing, and supporting communities feels magical and effortless, freeing people to thrive. We do this by innovating with purpose while cultivating a culture of impact. We learn as much from each other as we do our customers and our communities.Connect | We excel at hybrid work by fostering an environment that feels flexible, personal and connected, no matter where we are. We create space to fuel innovation and collaboration, and we come together to celebrate, connect, and succeed.Paddle as One.Learn more at appfolio.com/company/careersStatement of Equal OpportunityAt AppFolio, we value diversity in backgrounds and perspectives and depend on it to drive our innovative culture. That’s why we’re a proud Equal Opportunity Employer, and we believe that our products, our teams, and our business are stronger because of it. This means that no matter what race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, age, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, or veteran status, you’re always welcome at AppFolio.