Director of Accounting & Finance / Corporate Controller

Velocity Electronics; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus

Long Term Incentive

Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance

401K Match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Adoption Assistance

Community Volunteer Opportunities

Job summary

Velocity Electronics is looking for a Director of Accounting & Finance / Corporate Controller in Austin, Texas. This strategic role involves overseeing the company's financial management, directing accounting operations, and collaborating cross-functionally to enhance business performance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in US GAAP, operational accounting, and financial leadership.

The position offers an annual bonus, health insurance options, 401K match, and paid time off among other benefits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressively responsible financial leadership experience.
• Expert knowledge of GAAP and financial laws and regulations.
• Strong experience with financial processes and automation tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead general accounting activities in accordance with US GAAP.
• Manage financial statement audits and ensure compliance with tax requirements.
• Advise senior management on financial implications of business activities.

Skills

US GAAP & Financial Reporting

Operational Accounting Leadership

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Audit & Tax Compliance

Internal Controls & Compliance

Cash Management

Strategic Financial Advisory

Leadership & Talent Development

Budgeting & Forecasting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Active CPA license

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Director of Accounting & Finance / Corporate Controller

Austin, Texas

Shaping Financial Strategy. Enabling Business Performance — Join our team as our next Director of Accounting & Finance / Corporate Controller in Austin, Texas.

We are seeking a strategic leader for the Director of Accounting & Finance / Corporate Controller role to oversee the company’s financial management and lead the day-to-day operations of the Accounting and Finance department at Velocity Electronics.

This director will collaborate cross-functionally to plan, implement, manage, and control all finance-related activities of the company, while providing strategic leadership across the organization. The role is responsible for directing and overseeing the Finance & Accounting functions, with full accountability for accounting operations, financial planning and analysis, financial reporting, treasury, tax, audit, and inventory control.

What you will do

• US GAAP & Financial Reporting: Lead general accounting activities in accordance with US GAAP, including oversight of day-to-day operations, consolidation and preparation of financial statements, analysis of financial results, and development and implementation of accounting policies.
• Operational Accounting Leadership: Lead key operational accounting functions, including credit, collections, payroll, and accounts payable.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate across functions and regions to drive alignment and support achievement of company objectives.
• Audit & Tax Compliance: Manage financial statement audits and ensure full compliance with tax requirements.
• Internal Controls & Compliance: Ensure effective internal controls are in place to safeguard company assets and maintain compliance with GAAP and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Systems & Process Enablement: Partner cross-functionally to ensure the effectiveness of technology tools that support the Accounting and Finance functions.
• Cash Management: Actively manage cash position and cash forecasting to ensure efficient and value-accretive use of company and investor cash.
• Strategic Financial Advisory: Advise senior management on the financial implications of business and regulatory activities and provide recommendations to enhance financial performance and business opportunities.
• Leadership & Talent Development: Lead, coach, and mentor managers and staff to build a high-performing finance organization.
• Strategic Planning: Lead the development and ongoing evaluation of short- and long-term strategic financial objectives.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Manage financial forecasting and budgeting processes to support business planning and decision-making.

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting; active CPA license required.
• 10+ years of progressively responsible financial leadership experience.
• Expert knowledge of GAAP and federal, state, operational accounting functions, and local financial laws and regulations.
• Strong experience with ERP systems and related automation tools.
• Proficiency in intercompany accounting structures and processes.
• Proven ability to streamline, optimize, and improve financial processes.
• Strong capability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with competing priorities and tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with software development lifecycle (SDLC) concepts and methodologies.
• Understanding of inventory accounting processes and related principles.

Benefits Package

• Annual Bonus
• Long Term Incentive
• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options
• 401K Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Adoption Assistance
• Community Volunteer Opportunities

Position type: Onsite, Austin, Texas

We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.