Sr. Director, Technical Accounting & Compliance

EVgo; United States; Remote; USD 300,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k), HSA, and FSA options

Uncapped paid time off and enhancedPar

Job summary

EVgo, a leader in public fast charging networks, seeks an experienced accounting executive to own technical accounting and SOX compliance. You will guide GAAP interpretation, advise the CAO and Board, and oversee risk-based testing across the SOX 404 program.

The role requires CPA with 15+ years in US GAAP, public company experience, and leadership of accounting teams. Travel up to 25% is anticipated.

Qualifications

• CPA required with 15+ years of related experience.
• Extensive US GAAP and SOX 404 experience.
• Experience leading SOX programs at public companies.
• Proficiency using AuditBoard, Workiva or NetSuite.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Define long-range strategy and operating model for technical accounting and compliance functions.
• Advise the CAO, Audit Committee, and Board on complex accounting and control matters.
• Own the end-to-end SOX 404 compliance program, including risk assessment and testing.
• Lead technical accounting research and serve as the internal authority on GAAP questions.
• Manage and develop the technical accounting and compliance teams through subordinate managers.
• Partner with external auditors and regulators to ensure audit readiness and compliance.

Skills

SOX compliance

GAAP

Leadership

Board liaison

Public company experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA certification

Master's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

AuditBoard

Workiva

NetSuite

Job description

Responsibilities

• Define long-range strategy and operating model for technical accounting and compliance functions
• Advise the CAO, Audit Committee, and Board on complex accounting and control matters
• Own the end-to-end SOX 404 compliance program, including risk assessment and testing
• Lead technical accounting research and serve as the internal authority on GAAP questions
• Manage and develop the technical accounting and compliance teams through subordinate managers
• Partner with external auditors and regulators to ensure audit readiness and compliance

Requirements

• Minimum of 15 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent combination)
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification
• Extensive experience with US GAAP and SOX 404 requirements
• Experience leading SOX compliance programs at a publicly traded company
• Proficiency with AuditBoard, Workiva, or NetSuite
• Ability to travel up to 25%

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Accounting or Finance
• Big 4 assurance or national office technical accounting experience
• Experience managing GRC/audit management platforms at scale

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k), HSA, and FSA options
• Uncapped paid time off and enhanced parental leave
• Monthly tech stipend and home office setup reimbursement
• Mentorship and career growth opportunities

About the Company

EVgo (Nasdaq: EVGO) is one of the nation’s largest public fast charging networks for electric vehicles, dedicated to building a sustainable business that powers transportation and protects the planet.