Accounting Manager / Sr. Accounting Manager

CHeKT, a subsidiary of Alarm.com, is seeking an Accounting Manager to join our growing, fast-paced organization. The Accounting Manager role will support CHeKT in its daily operations while working closely with the the Alarm.com corporate accounting and finance organization to ensure proper controls and establish best practices. We are looking for someone who is independent, hands-on, and self-directed individual to provide business and finance support to our organization. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic, ever-changing environment and possess an entrepreneurial mindset.

RESPONSIBILITIES

 The Accounting Manager’s primary job responsibilities will include:

• Handle all aspects of day-to-day accounting, including but not limited to journal entries and accruals, accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchase orders, commission calculations to inform payroll, bank account and credit card management, creating reports and analyses based on requests from CHeKT leadership as well as Alarm.com FP&A and accounting teams.
• Complete timely and accurate monthly and quarterly financial close and financial reviews / reporting packages, which financials need to be completed in accordance with Alarm.com’s financial close timelines and accounting guidelines (GAAP)
• Working closely with the Alarm.com VP & Corporate Controller and the Alarm.com FP&A and their teams to address all accounting and financial issues related to CHeKT operations while ensuring proper controls
• Work with Alarm.com’s Corporate Tax Director to ensure CHeKT is compliant with tax requirements
• Help to establish standard operating procedures and implement best practices for accounting workflows and compliance
• Assisting in implementing and managing improvements in the Company’s billing, financial accounting, and reporting operations as the Company continues to expand its business operations in North America and Internationally
• Establish inventory controls and conduct regular inventories to ensure proper accounting records
• Review customer contracts and employee contracts as appropriate to assess the financial implications of the proposed agreements while ensuring proper controls and provide feedback
• Provide regular and detailed reporting of revenue, costs and other financial trends to CHeKT leadership and key Alarm.com stakeholders
• Work closely with Alarm.com’s VP of Internal Audit to ensure compliance with SOX Controls and foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPR)
• Perform other related business support/accounting/financial duties as requested by the CHeKT management team and Alarm.com executives
• Potential to grow and expand responsibilities to include oversight over daily accounting of other venture business portfolio companies at Alarm.com
• Other duties as assigned 

Required Experience:

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting and finance experience
• Active CPA preferred, but not required 
• Demonstrated experience with a range of accounting software platforms and Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Should be well versed in current GAAP Accounting, especially related to current revenue recognition guidance and transaction guidance
• Experience in researching, developing, and implementing accounting policies and procedures
• Excellent written and oral communications skills with a high attention to detail
• Exceptional organizational, prioritization, decision making, and planning skills as the candidate will need the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively to achieve the overall goals of the department and the Company
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, to be able to identify and pro-actively propose system and process improvements.
• Must be hands-on and comfortable working independently
• The position will be located at CHeKT’s headquarters in Shreveport, LA and may require travel to Alarm.com’s headquarters in Tysons Corner, VA, from time to 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: A