Director, Technical Accounting & Reporting

The role

You will lead complex accounting initiatives and support scalable growth as a subject matter expert on technical accounting. You will research and document US GAAP conclusions and partner cross-functionally to assess strategic transactions.

What you will do

• Serve as the company subject matter expert on technical accounting matters.
• Lead research, evaluation, and documentation of technical accounting conclusions under US GAAP.
• Partner cross-functionally with Accounting, Finance, Legal, Corporate Development, FP&A, Tax, and external auditors.
• Support financial reporting and disclosure requirements for US GAAP, international Statutory reporting, and SEC regulations.
• Drive accounting assessments for strategic initiatives, acquisitions, and financing transactions.
• Monitor emerging FASB and SEC guidance and lead implementation of new standards.
• Scale and optimize technical accounting and reporting processes.
• Influence and mentor members of the accounting organization.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field from a top-tier university or equivalent experience.
• Active CPA license or equivalent professional certification.
• 12+ years of combined public accounting and/or industry experience, including high-growth technology or SaaS environments.
• 6+ years of deep technical accounting experience with knowledge of US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements, including ASC 606 and Stock-Based Compensation.
• Proven ability to independently research, analyze, and document complex accounting issues.
• 4+ years of progressive leadership experience building and developing high-performing teams.
• Strong executive presence with exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to simplify complex technical concepts for financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• Experience operating in a SOX-compliant environment with understanding of internal controls and public company readiness.

Nice to have

• Big 4 public accounting experience, including advisory practice and/or National Office rotation.
• Deep expertise in revenue recognition (ASC 606), business combinations, consolidation, leases, derivatives, equity transactions, and SaaS-related accounting matters.
• Experience supporting M&A transactions and structuring deals.
• Background partnering across global organizations to influence change and drive scalable processes.
• Prior experience in a high-growth SaaS, AI, or cloud technology company.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Wellbeing Fund - flexible wellness stipend.
• Mental Health benefits with covered therapy and coaching.
• 401(k) program.
• Education & learning stipend.
• Flexible vacation time.
• Paid parental leave.
• Company-wide recharge days each quarter.
• Work from home stipend.

About the company

Gong is a category-defining SaaS company that uses AI to transform how revenue teams win. The Gong Revenue AI Operating System unifies data, insights, and workflows to help companies understand teams and customers.