Lead the global accounting function, including General Ledger, Billing, Collections (AR), Accounts Payable (AP), and Sales Support, with responsibility for teams across all regions
Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with US GAAP and IFRS
Maintain a scalable and efficient accounting operating model to support DTN’s growth
Ensure consistent application of accounting policies, strong internal controls, and effective governance across all regions
Partner directly with the CFO to shape financial strategy, reporting, and governance priorities
Provide clear, actionable insights on financial performance, risks, and trade-offs to support executive decision-making
Translate complex accounting topics into business-relevant guidance for senior stakeholders
Own DTN’s technical accounting framework, including policy development and application of evolving standards (e.g., ASC 606, IFRS 15)
Oversee review of complex and non-standard contracts, ensuring appropriate revenue recognition and accounting treatment
Lead adoption and implementation of new accounting standards
Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors, owning audit strategy, execution, and outcomes
Strengthen and scale DTN’s internal control environment, ensuring compliance and future readiness
Proactively identify and mitigate financial and operational risks
Drive process simplification, standardization, and automation across accounting operations
Partner cross-functionally on system implementations, integrations, and data governance, ensuring accounting requirements are embedded early
Lead accounting support for M&A activity, including due diligence, integration, and purchase accounting
Build, lead, and develop a high-performing global accounting team
Set clear expectations and operating rhythms that drive accountability, efficiency, and quality
Foster a culture of ownership, continuous improvement, and strong cross-functional partnership
Requirements
10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including public accounting (Big 4 or equivalent) and corporate leadership roles
Proven experience leading global accounting functions in a complex, multi-entity environment (SaaS experience preferred)
Deep expertise in US GAAP and IFRS, including revenue recognition standards
Demonstrated ability to operate as a strategic partner to executive leadership, not just a functional expert
Experience leading audits, internal controls, and compliance frameworks
Track record of driving process improvement, system implementation, and automation initiatives
Strong leadership capability with experience building and developing teams in a scaling organization
Exceptional judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills in complex and ambiguous environments
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at the executive level.