Director of Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting

Director of Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting

Position Summary:

The Director of Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting will be responsible for the preparation of technical accounting memos on issues relevant to Alarm.com using various tools to research authoritative accounting guidance in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (“GAAP”).  The position will also be responsible for the implementation of new accounting standards.

The Director of Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting will also be responsible for the preparation and review of the Form 10-Ks, 10-Qs and related financial schedules to support the financial statement disclosures.  The position will also prepare other Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) filings (e.g., 8-Ks) and will be responsible for assisting in the completion and review of eXtensible Business Reporting Language (“XBRL”) on a quarterly basis.

Other responsibilities for this position include assisting with due diligence and purchase accounting procedures for acquisitions, coordinating with third party valuation experts for intangible asset valuations, reviewing customer and vendor contracts and assessing the accounting treatment for those contracts and performing various financial reporting and other process controls on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis, as necessary.

The Director of Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting will assist in gathering support for the external auditors and answer questions related to test of controls, interim procedures, quarterly reviews and year-end audits.  This position will help to ensure support schedules are accurate and provided to the auditors timely.

The Director of Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting should exhibit an in-depth knowledge of GAAP guidelines, SEC reporting requirements and auditor methodologies; strong ability to research, assess the impact and document technical accounting issues; strong project management, time management and organizational skills; strong work ethic; strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills; experience with Enterprise Resource Planning systems and financial reporting tools, as well as a curiosity and intent to evolve as AI tools become available; the ability to work independently and collaboratively; and the desire to work primarily in the office and build relationships with peers and teammates.

This role will report to the Vice President of Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting.

Other duties as assigned. 

Position Requirements

Formal Education:

• B.A. in Accounting with active CPA required

Experience:

• 12-15 years of progressive experience in public accounting (Big Four accounting experience preferred) and corporate financial reporting at a publicly traded company
• Performing technical accounting research, including drafting memorandums that summarize the accounting guidance and its impact on operations and financial statement disclosures
• Drafting 10-Qs and 10-Ks of a publicly traded company

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of U.S. GAAP guidelines and SEC reporting requirements
• Ability to summarize complex accounting issues in a technical memorandum
• Strong background and experience with audit methodologies and techniques
• Strong project management, time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively within a team to complete projects

Essential Functions:

• Research technical accounting issues and draft memorandums summarizing their impact
• Analyze customer and vendor contracts and determine the proper accounting treatment
• Draft 10-Ks and 10-Qs in accordance with presentation and disclosure requirements
• Implement new accounting standards
• Assist with special projects within department or as part of cross-functional teams

Other Functions:

• Perform due diligence and purchase accounting procedures for acquisitions, including creating and executing work plans and drafting memos that summarize findings and technical accounting issues
• Coordinate with third party valuation experts for intangible assets and review valuation report
• Work with external auditors and facilitate the audits, reviews, testing of controls and testing of the purchase accounting and intangible asset valuations

Performance Objectives:

• Ensure appropriate accounting for technical accounting issues and new accounting standards
• Ensure timely and accurate SEC filings
• Meet monthly, quarterly and yearly review and audit requirements
• Ensure appropriate accounting for acquisitions

Please note that sponsorship of new applicants for employment authorization, or any other immigration-related support, is not available for this position at this time.

WHY WORK FOR ALARM.COM?

• Collaborate with outstanding people: We hire only the best. Our standards are high and our employees enjoy working alongside other high achievers.
• Make an immediate impact: New employees can expect to be given real responsibility for bringing new technologies to the marketplace. You are empowered to perform as soon as you join the Alarm.com team!
• Gain well rounded experience: Alarm.com offers a diverse and dynamic environment where you will get the chance to work directly with executives and develop expertise across multiple areas of the business.
• Focus on fun: Alarm.com places high value on our team culture. We even have a committee dedicated to hosting a stand-out holiday party, happy hours, and other fun corporate events.
• Alarm.com values working together and collaborating in person.  Our employees work from the office 4 days a week.

COMPANY INFO

Alarm.com is the leading cloud-based platform for smart security and the Internet of Things. More than 7.6 million home and business owners depend on our solutions every day to make their properties safer, smarter, and more efficient. And every day, we’re innovating new technologies in rapidly evolving spaces including AI, video analytics, facial recognition, machine learning, energy analytics, and more.  We’re seeking those who are passionate about creating change through technology and who want to make a lasting impact on the world around them. 

For more information, please visit www.alarm.com.

COMPANY BENEFITS

Alarm.com offers competitive pay and benefits inclusive of subsidized medical plan options, an HSA with generous company contribution, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid holidays, wellness time, and vacation increasing with tenure. Paid maternity and bonding leave, company-paid disability and life insurance, FSAs, well-being resources and activities, and a casual dress work environment are also part of our outstanding total rewards package!

Alarm.com is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Notice To Third Party Agencies:
Alarm.com understands the value of professional recruiting services.  However, we are not accepting resumes from recruiters or employment agencies for this position. In the event we receive a resume or candidate referral for this position from a third-party recruiter or agency without a previously signed agreement, we reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to you. If you are interested in working with Alarm.com, please email your company information and standard agreement to RecruitingPartnerships@Alarm.com.