VP, Accounting
The Knot Worldwide
WHAT WE DO MATTERS:
At The Knot Worldwide, we champion celebration - and that starts with celebrating our people. Our employees are passionate dreamers, thoughtful doers, and lifelong learners who power meaningful moments for millions around the world. We’re united by authentic connection, shared purpose, and a deep commitment to the global community we serve. Here, flexibility and belonging go hand in hand with high performance. Driven by our core values, we believe the best ideas come from empowered teams: those who consistently collaborate with intention to design solutions, spark ideas, and drive impact. Our people are at the heart of our success.
ABOUT THE ROLE AND THE TEAM:
The VP will oversee all accounting functions including corporate accounting, technical accounting, financial reporting, revenue recognition, M&A financial diligence and integration, procure-to-pay (P2P), and accounting shared services across multiple locations. Reporting to the CFO, the VP will navigate the scale and complexity of a growing, entrepreneurial, company. Driving compliance and efficiency, this leader will partner with a variety of teams and leaders to drive TKWW toward its mission and financial goals.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead all aspects of corporate accounting including global, multi-entity close and consolidation, technical and foreign currency accounting, treasury, order-to-cash, P2P, payroll, and reporting (including ESG reporting)
- Manage, develop, and build a best-in-class global team as the company expands
- Develop a high-quality corporate governance, controls and risk management environment and enhance and improve policies and procedures with an eye towards efficiency
- Support Audit Committee meetings and agenda, coordinating across the business
- Develop and maintain relationships with cross functional senior leaders to help proactively plan for, advise and support introduction of new products/services or internal initiatives
- Serve on the finance leadership team and collaborate with CFO and fellow leaders on functional and people priorities. Bring to life the team vision to transform the function with technology and the finance skill sets of the future.
- Manage and own relationship with external auditors
- Partner with Enterprise Systems to optimize and evaluate road map for financial systems optimization and implementation where applicable. Champion and roll out technology enhancements and ensure team is fully maximizing potential
- Continually assess and drive improvements in all aspects of team operations, including global accounting, treasury, reporting and financial operations, including organizational structure, operating processes, and systems – overall goal to reduce cycle times, improve monthly workflow, and reduce exposure to error
- Lead financial due diligence and post-merger integration
- Drive cash flow optimization, including cash flow forecasting
- Partner with the Tax team to ensure compliance with global transfer pricing and filing requirements as well as quarterly provisions and payments as well as reporting accuracy
- Partner with the Legal team to develop and maintain control policies, standards, and procedures that comply with all regulatory guidelines (e.g. SOX) and evolve with the business
- Proactively analyze the evolution of accounting standards and tax rules, and advise the organization on the optimal course of action in the short and long term
- Manage the accounting budget – establishing the right mix of internal and outside spend and demonstrating innovation in how finance services are delivered. Establish and report on objectives and key results for the accounting team that align with the company’s priorities
SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES HAVE:
- Certified Public Accountant, able to provide cross-functional guidance on complex accounting issues.
- Proven leader adept at building and motivating globally distributed accounting teams with tech-enabled processes
- Deep experience working with external auditors, maintaining internal controls and compliance-related issues
- Collaborative spirit and a strong belief in cross-functional collaboration and collective rather than individual success
- Change management experience, particularly in large, cross-functional initiatives
- Track record in managing and improving end-to-end financial processes with a well-rounded skill set across finance, controllership, tax, and treasury
- Proven ability to successfully evaluate, implement, and integrate financial systems.
- Ability to balance the company’s values with financial goals
- Demonstrated strong communication skills with ability to impact and influence
- Experience working with SaaS or internet companies
- Spanish proficiency is highly desirable
WORK MODEL:
This role is Together@TKWW-eligible and based near one of our office hubs. You’ll be expected to work in the office two days a week as part of our hybrid work model.
At The Knot Worldwide, we believe you are more than a resume and invite you to go for it, take the leap of faith, and apply for this job. Together, we have an incredible opportunity to make it even easier for our customers to plan life’s most meaningful moments and for our small business owners to grow and scale. We would love to have you with us on our journey.
WHAT WE LOVE ABOUT YOU:
- Commit to our customers: You act as one team on behalf of our customers. You lead with head and heart, and build what matters for life's most meaningful moments.
- Raise the bar: You define "great" and work backwards. You don't just accept how it's been done, but boldly define how it should be. You are unafraid to innovate, learn, and keep moving forward toward our shared vision.
- Be all in: You believe in our mission and take ownership of your work. You debate openly to reach the best outcomes, speaking with clarity and care, embracing diverse perspectives, then commit fully.
- Celebrate impact: You measure success by the outcomes you create. You hold yourself accountable to delivering value, while recognizing progress and the lessons learned along the way. You love to win, together.
WHAT YOU LOVE ABOUT US:
We believe in a wide range of holistic offerings to support our employees so that they can live our values day in and day out. From mental wellbeing, physical health and financial planning, to engaging perks and discounts, we are in the business of celebrating and supporting the Moments that Matter, both in and out of the office.. We offer flexible vacation, generous parental leave, and prioritize initiatives that support the growth, development, and happiness of our people.
- For Together@TKWW-eligible roles, this includes regular in-office time to foster collaboration and connection.
- For roles not eligible for in-office expectations, we support connection through virtual collaboration and intentional gatherings.
To facilitate in-person collaboration, we have office spaces in Barcelona, Spain; Delhi, India; Galway, Ireland; London, England; New York, NY; and Washington, D.C.
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