Director of Accounting Operations

Company Overview (Who are we? Why should you join us?)

At ecoATM the proof of our success is in our staggering growth, extraordinary impact on protecting the planet, and providing a work culture unlike any other. We are a technology company and a pioneer of device re-commerce. Through our 7,000 automated kiosks and online marketplace Gazelle.com, we enable people all over the world to join the mobile device re-use revolution, a revolution that will get billions of used smartphones out of the e-waste cycle and into the hands of people who don’t have affordable access to the empowerment of the latest mobile technology.

At ecoATM we know our employees are our greatest strength and the key to our continued growth and success. When you join our team, you will enjoy more than just a job, you will be empowered to develop and utilize your unique talents and skills to build a rewarding career while making a lasting, positive impact on the planet.

Our Values and Leadership Behaviors

 

About the role:

The Director of Accounting Operations is responsible for leading the company’s core accounting operations, including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Treasury, while supporting the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close for these areas. This role provides hands-on leadership, ensures strong internal controls, and partners closely with Finance leadership to maintain operational excellence and scalability. Reporting to the VP, Controller, the Director partners cross-functionally to drive efficiency, compliance, and continuous improvement across cash, receivables, and payables. 

You will:

• Lead and develop high-performing teams, establishing clear goals, KPIs, and accountability. 

• Oversee end-to-end AR processes, including billing, collections, cash application, reserves, and dispute resolution. 

• Ensure AR processes support accurate revenue recognition and timely cash inflows. 

• Direct AP operations, ensuring accurate invoice processing, timely vendor payments, and strong fraud prevention controls. 

• Manage treasury activities, including daily cash management, cash forecasting, bank reconciliations, and banking relationships. 

• Ensure timely completion and review of reconciliations (cash, AR, AP, clearing accounts, etc.) 

• Coordinate with the Controller and broader Accounting team to meet close deadlines. 

• Review and approve journal entries within scope of responsibility. 

• Lead and support monthly close process, ensuring that all activities are accurately recorded and reconciled. 

• Ensure strong internal controls and compliance with company policies. 

• Support external audits by preparing schedules, documentation, and responding to auditor inquiries related to AR, AP, and Treasury. 

• Identify and implement process improvements, automation, and system enhancements to increase efficiency and scalability. 

• Serve as a trusted business partner to Finance, Operations, and other stakeholders on working capital and cash-related matters, Identifying and mitigating operational and financial risks. 

 

Education & Experience 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or a related field required 

• Active CPA strongly preferred 

• 10+ years of of progressive accounting experience, including ownership of AR, AP, and/or Treasury functions 

• Minimum of 3–5 years of people management experience, including managing managers 

• Hands-on experience with ERP systems and accounting process automation tools required; Oracle experience preferred 

• Experience operating in a fast-paced, scaling, or transformation environment preferred 

• Demonstrated experience supporting month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes