Director, Accounting

Conga; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 157,310 - 251,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Medical and dental insurance

Job summary

Conga is seeking a Director, Accounting in Houston, TX to lead the global accounting function and ensure the accuracy of financial reporting. You'll oversee accounting operations, collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, and drive process improvements.

Ideal candidates will have 8-10+ years of experience in accounting, particularly in a SaaS environment. A Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required, with a CPA preferred.

The position offers a salary range of $157,310 - $251,700 USD, reflecting skills and experience, along with various benefits and perks.

Qualifications

• 8-10+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong expertise in US GAAP and financial reporting.
• Experience leading teams in a SaaS environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the global accounting function and oversee financial reporting.
• Manage day-to-day accounting operations and develop scalable processes.
• Drive cross-functional alignment and improve accounting processes.

Skills

US GAAP

Financial Reporting

Team Leadership

Process Improvement

Cross-functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

NetSuite

FP&A systems

Job description

At Conga, we’ve built a community where our colleagues can thrive. Here you’ll find opportunities to innovate and support growth through individual and team development, all within an environment where every voice is heard.

Conga lines up commercial operations so companies run as connected, smarter businesses. By unifying the people and processes that drive commerce, Conga aligns pricing, quoting, contracting, rebates, and communications so teams stay in sync and buyers keep moving forward. The result is trusted decisions, consistent buyer experiences, and profitable growth. More than 10,000 customers worldwide, including over 50% of the Fortune 100® trust Conga when commercial complexity is high and global impact is on the line.

Our approach is grounded in the Conga Way, a framework that reflects our values and drives everything from hiring to decision‑making, as well as key programs including recognition. Created with direct input from our colleagues, the Conga Way forms the foundation of our vibrant culture.

Job Title: Director, Accounting
Reports to: SVP, Finance
Location: US – Boston, MA, Houston, TX

As Director, Accounting at Conga, you will lead the global accounting function, overseeing the integrity and accuracy of the company’s financial reporting, close processes, and compliance framework. You’ll be responsible for managing day‑to‑day accounting operations while continuing to build scalable processes that support a high‑growth SaaS environment.

You will partner closely with Finance, FP&A, Legal, and business leaders to ensure alignment between operational activities and financial outcomes. This is a hands‑on leadership role where you will both guide the team and actively contribute to key deliverables such as month‑end close, audits, and technical accounting matters.

Why it’s a big deal…

At Conga, Accounting is a critical pillar of our financial foundation. This role ensures the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of our financials—supporting executive decision‑making, board reporting, and investor confidence.

The Director, Accounting plays a central role in managing the close process, preparing for and leading annual audits, and continuously improving accounting operations. This position also drives cross‑functional alignment, ensuring that financial processes scale with the business while maintaining strong internal controls and compliance standards.

Are you the person we’re looking for?

Related experience

You bring 8–10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership roles within a SaaS or technology‑driven organization. You have strong expertise in US GAAP, financial reporting, and managing the month‑end and quarter‑end close processes. Experience leading teams and developing talent is essential.

Leadership & influence

You are a trusted partner who can collaborate across Finance, FP&A, Legal, and operational teams. You bring a proactive approach to identifying issues, solving problems, and influencing decisions through data and financial insight. Your ability to balance strategic thinking with operational execution sets you apart.

Operational excellence

You have a strong track record of building and improving accounting processes, ensuring accuracy while increasing efficiency. You understand how to scale systems and workflows in a growing organization and can implement best practices that stand up to audit and compliance scrutiny.

Initiative

You take ownership of outcomes and don’t wait for direction. Whether it’s improving close timelines, enhancing reporting, or addressing gaps in controls, you proactively identify opportunities and drive them through to completion.

Industry expertise

Experience in SaaS accounting is highly preferred, including familiarity with revenue recognition (ASC 606), subscription models, and billing integrations.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required; CPA strongly preferred.

Here’s what will give you an edge…

Tools and systems experience

• Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite (or similar)
• Familiarity with financial reporting and consolidation tools
• Experience partnering with FP&A systems (Adaptive, Anaplan, etc.) is a plus

Audit & compliance leadership

• Proven experience leading annual audits and working with external auditors
• Strong understanding of internal controls and compliance frameworks
• Track record of identifying and implementing process improvements that enhance scalability and efficiency
• Experience shortening close cycles and improving reporting accuracy

Cross-functional partnership

• Ability to effectively collaborate with Billing, AR, Legal, FP&A, and business stakeholders
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate accounting concepts to non‑financial audiences

Quality oriented

• You operate with a high level of precision and accountability. You build processes that minimize errors, and when issues arise, you address them transparently and implement solutions to prevent recurrence.
• You bring a solutions‑oriented mindset and leverage relationships, tools, and insights across the organization to drive results. You thrive in a fast‑paced, evolving environment and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.

In the spirit of the Conga Way, we strive to design easy‑to‑understand compensation programs that are fair and free from any type of discrimination. In keeping with this approach, we are committed to delivering competitive compensation and benefits packages to our colleagues worldwide and communicating transparently about the structure of our compensation programs.

Listed below is the U.S. base salary range for this full‑time position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education, or training. In addition to base salary, Conganeers receive a variable incentive pay component, perks such as flexible work options, and a full range of benefits including medical and dental insurance.

$157,310 - $251,700 USD

Conga is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

Conga is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, parental or pregnancy status, marriage and civil partnership, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We understand interviewing can be stressful for those with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to allow you to show us your best self, please let your recruiter know as soon as possible. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Conga is not open to third‑party solicitation or resumes for our posted FTE positions. Resumes received from third‑party agencies that are unsolicited will be considered complimentary.

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