Director of Accounting

Title: Director of Accounting Location: Austin, Texas

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About the RoleWe are seeking a hands-on, highly experienced Director of Accounting to serve as the operational and technical backbone of Corporate Accounting, with direct oversight of the AMER region accounting function and day-to-day leadership of a global accounting team. This leader will own critical components of our global close, technical accounting, financial reporting, equity and SBC, and key financial systems, while driving alignment and execution across regions.This is a high-impact, highly visible role that partners closely with the VP, Corporate Controller, CFO, FP&A, Tax, Legal, HR/Total Rewards, Internal Audit, and global accounting teams. The ideal candidate is deeply technical in US GAAP, thrives in a SOX / ICFR-controlled environment, and is energized by building scalable processes in a public / PE-backed setting.

Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Reporting & Close Leadership• Serve as the global Close Lead, with primary accountability for AMER region close and oversight of global accounting deliverables, driving timeliness, accuracy, and quality of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close.• Oversee preparation and review of:o Consolidated flux analyses.o Cash Flow Statement and related NetSuite reporting.o Annual and quarterly financial statements and supporting tie-outs.• Review and sign off on lender reporting packages, certification tie-outs, and supporting schedules.• Ensure accuracy and consistency of all financial tie-outs across reporting deliverables (management, lenders, Board, and audit support), coordinating with FP&A and regional accounting leaders in EMEA and APAC.Technical Accounting & Policy• Lead technical accounting assessments and documentation across AMER and in coordination with global teams.• Own 409A and stock valuation processes in coordination with external valuation specialists and internal stakeholders.• Prepare and review technical accounting memos and accounting policy updates to support audit and internal governance.Equity, SBC, and Stock Administration Oversight• Provide executive oversight of equity and stock-based compensation (SBC) accounting, in partnership with the equity/stock admin function.• Partner closely with Stock Administration on:o Stock administration (e.g., Equity Edge, Carta or equivalent platforms).o Coordination with Payroll, HR/Total Rewards, Tax, and Legal on global equity programs.o Regulatory/statutory reporting and census / survey requests related to equity and compensation.Audit, Controls & External Reporting• Act as primary accounting lead for the external audit on:o Annual integrated audit (financial statements and ICFR).o Quarterly review procedures.o Technical accounting consultations and deliverables.• Coordinate across Corporate Finance, global accounting leadership (including AMER/EMEA/APAC), IT, Internal Audit, and external auditors to ensure an efficient, high-quality audit.• Partner with Internal Audit to manage the control environment, both on the business process side as well as a partnership with IT for IT controls.M&A and Integrations• Provide accounting leadership for M&A and other strategic transactions, including:o Purchase accounting under ASC 805 and opening balance sheets.o Measurement period adjustments, integration entries, and subsequent accounting.o Coordination of acquired entities’ close processes and ongoing accounting support.• Lead or support North America integrations close activities, ensuring acquired businesses are smoothly transitioned into NetSuite, FloQast, and reporting processes, and partner with regional leaders to align global treatment.Systems Ownership & Process Optimization• Serve as co-owner for key Finance applications, including:o NetSuite – GL, subledger interfaces, reporting, and close configuration.o Coupa – P2P and related accounting impacts.o FloQast – close management, reconciliations, and flux processes.o Visual Lease – lease accounting and ASC 842 compliance.o Carta – SBC (equity plans).o Equity Edge – cash-settled RSU plans.• Own NetSuite financial reporting maintenance and enhancements, including reporting hierarchies, dimensions, and close automation.• Drive continuous improvement in accounting workflows, internal controls, and system integrations, with a focus on automation and scalability across regions.Corporate, Regional & Global Team Leadership• Provide accounting leadership and support across corporate functions (Legal, HR, Treasury, Corporate IT) and act as the primary accounting leader for the AMER region.• Lead, develop, and mentor a global accounting team, setting clear expectations for quality, timeliness, and collaboration across AMER, EMEA, and APAC.• Oversee:o Payroll journal entries and related account reconciliations (in partnership with Payroll and COE teams).o Review of payroll-related communications and changes impacting accounting.o Resolution of complex GL issues and accounting questions from the business.• Support ad hoc business initiatives, lender requests, and finance leadership priorities.

QualificationsRequired• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; CPA required.• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership roles in corporate accounting and/or public accounting.• Extensive experience with:o Technical accounting in a public or PE-backed company environment.o Close and financial reporting (monthly/quarterly/annual), including flux, MD&A support, and cash flow statements.o Equity/SBC accounting and stock administration in partnership with HR/Legal.o ASC 606, 718, 805, 340 40, and 842 in practice.• Strong working knowledge of NetSuite and modern close tools (e.g., FloQast, Coupa, Visual Lease, Workiva or similar).• Demonstrated ability to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives and manage multiple stakeholders under tight timelines.• Proven experience operating in a SOX / ICFR-controlled environment with external auditors.• Experience managing and developing regional and/or global accounting teams (ideally across AMER, EMEA, and APAC).Preferred• Big 4 public accounting experience.• Experience in software / SaaS or technology companies.• Hands-on experience with M&A and post-acquisition integrations.• Prior experience in a PE-backed environment and lender reporting.

Why SolarWinds• High-impact, visible leadership role within Corporate Finance, reporting directly to the Corporate Controller.• Significant exposure to executive leadership, lenders, and strategic initiatives (M&A, debt, equity, and new systems).• Opportunity to shape and modernize a sophisticated global accounting organization, including process redesign and automation across regions.• Hybrid work model in our Austin office (3 days in office, in line with our global hybrid work program).• Competitive compensation including base salary, annual bonus, and long-term incentive opportunities, along with comprehensive benefits.

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