Senior Manager, Accounting

Intelligent. Dynamic. Resilient. 

Everfox, formerly Forcepoint Federal, has been defending the world’s most critical data and networks against the most complex cyber threats imaginable for more than 25 years. As trailblazers in defense-grade, high assurance cyber security, we have been leading the way in developing and delivering innovative cyber security technology. We protect data wherever it resides. Our unwavering dedication and commitment to our customers and the critical missions they serve are what set us apart. We are dynamic, vigilant, and proactive in everything we do. Our suite of cross domain, threat protection and insider risk solutions empower governments and enterprise organizations to use data safely - where and however their people need it. At Everfox, we innovate, we invest, we achieve. We protect what matters most to our customers. And we offer protection like no other. We do all of this so our customers can focus on what matters most… their mission.

Job Title: Senior Manager of Accounting Transformation

Location: Hybrid (Herndon 1-2 days per week, remote 3-4 days per week)

Summary:

We are seeking an accomplished and forward-thinking professional to join our team as a Director of Accounting Process Innovation. Reporting to the Chief Accounting Officer, this strategic role will be instrumental in shaping and optimizing our financial process and establishing global best practices by leveraging technology.

The Director of Accounting Transformation will be responsible for leading the implementation of our ERP system and collaborating with cross-functional teams to understand and address dependencies with interconnected systems. The candidate should have strong technical accounting experience, be analytical with demonstrated problem-solving skills, possess excellent communication and organizational skills, be able to work efficiently with a high degree of accuracy.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end implementation of our ERP system, ensuring seamless integration with processes and technologies in accounting and across the business.

• Develop and execute a comprehensive technology strategy for the accounting function, leveraging ERP solutions and other relevant technologies to drive process efficiency and accuracy.

• Document existing business processes and policies and define and document new business processes.

• Identify opportunities for automation and optimization within our accounting processes, leveraging technology and other accounting best practices.

• Collaborate with IT, finance, and other departments to ensure alignment of business objectives across the company.

• Utilize data analytic tools to extract meaningful insights, enhance decision-making processes, and drive continuous improvement within the accounting function.

• Implement robust internal controls within the ERP system to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

• Provide training and support to finance teams to ensure optimal utilization of the ERP and related system functionalities.

• As needed, play an active role in the due diligence process for acquisitions including reviewing policies, concluding on accounting treatments, performing purchase accounting, and building and executing on the integration plan.

• Lead the coordination of managing external valuations on significant acquisitions and acting as a liaison between external valuation experts and the external audit team.

• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

• Licensed CPA preferred; public accounting experience preferred.      

• 10+ years of accounting experience preferably in the tech industry.

• 5+ years management experience.

• Experience implementing complex accounting systems and processes.

• Strong technical accounting background with a thorough knowledge of US GAAP, SOX, and SEC reporting standards, as well as experience with technical research and preparation of accounting position papers

• Able to maintain high level of confidentiality and professionalism.

• A solutions-oriented team player with excellent critical thinking and analytical skills.

• Excellent communication skills as well as ability to effectively use accounting knowledge to collaborate, guide, an