Director, Technical Accounting & M&A Leadership

ServiceNow; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 184,000 - 288,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

401(k) plan

ESPP

Flexible time away

Job summary

ServiceNow is seeking a Director, Technical Accounting to lead the Technical Accounting team during growth. You will guide complex accounting matters, manage purchase accounting for an active M&A pipeline, and collaborate with Finance, Legal, and Corporate Development to ensure accurate disclosures.

You will mentor the team, oversee quarterly close, and drive process improvements including AI initiatives to scale accounting operations globally.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Finance or Accounting and active CPA license is required.
• Total work experience: at least 12 years with 5+ years in Big Four public accounting.
• Senior Manager or Director Experience in public company accounting roles.

Responsibilities

• Research and document technical accounting positions; present to leadership and auditors.
• Monitor new accounting pronouncements and assess impact with stakeholders.
• Lead financial diligence and purchase accounting in M&A processes.
• Oversee close processes for technical accounting matters and SEC disclosures.
• Design and maintain global accounting policies and internal controls.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Mentoring

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Excel knowledge

Self-starter

Education

BS/BA in Finance or Accounting

Active CPA license

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

ServiceNow is seeking a Director, Technical Accounting to lead the Technical Accounting team during growth. You will guide complex accounting matters, manage purchase accounting for an active M&A pipeline, and collaborate with Finance, Legal, and Corporate Development to ensure accurate disclosures.

You will mentor the team, oversee quarterly close, and drive process improvements including AI initiatives to scale accounting operations globally.