Director of Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting, Faire
$190.5-262k
+ Equity
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Online wholesale marketplace
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Online wholesale marketplace
1001+ employees
Be an early applicant
$190.5-262k
+ Equity
More information about location
1001+ employees
Company mission
To empower brands and retailers to strengthen the unique character of local communities.
Role
Who you are
- The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise in US GAAP and SEC Reporting, coupled with the ability to partner cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, and executive leadership
- You thrive in a fast-growth, complex environment and can translate accounting complexity into clear guidance for decision makers
- 10+ years of accounting experience, including 3+ years of SEC Reporting experience with a US-listed company, 3+ years at a Big 4 or regional firm
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Finance or Accounting; CPA required
- In-depth knowledge and experience with US GAAP, SOX 404, FASB, SEC, AICPA, XBRL rules and reporting
- Proven ability to work cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, Product, and Sales to proactively identify accounting issues, research applicable guides, and document accounting conclusions
- Strong analytical skills, including proven ability to independently analyze transactions and contracts and document the related accounting analysis under GAAP
- Experience with Workiva preferred
- A team player and committed to delivering outstanding results while having a fun time with your teammates doing it!
- You are resourceful and not afraid to roll up your sleeves
What the job involves
- As the Director of Technical Accounting and SEC Reporting, you'll play a critical role in preparing the company to operate at public company standards
- This role will lead the preparation of all SEC filings, own technical accounting policy, and ensure Faire’s financial reporting meets the highest standards of accuracy, compliance, and transparency
- You’ll own SEC filings, lead technical accounting assessments on key business initiatives, and build scalable reporting processes to meet the demands of the global marketplace
- Play a critical role in driving towards public company readiness, including preparing initial filings, SOX compliance, and building scalable disclosure processes
- Lead all aspects of SEC reporting, including 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K, ensuring quality and compliance at every step and coordination of reviews with auditors, counsel, investor relations, and the disclosure committee
- Ensure financial statements are prepared in accordance with US GAAP and SEC regulations, including newly issued accounting pronouncements
- Research and prepare technical accounting positions for our significant accounting policies, including revenue recognition, potential business combinations, and equity-related issues
- Partner cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, Product to evaluate accounting implications of new initiatives and communicate impacts to leadership
- Assist with PCAOB audits, including preparing technical accounting work papers for the auditors
- Ensure the internal controls related to accounting policies and financial reporting are designed, implemented, and operating effectively for SOX compliance
- Drive process improvement and scalability in reporting and technical accounting, leveraging tools like Workiva and ERP integrations
- Perform ad hoc projects and analysis as required
Our take
Faire is helping retailers find and buy wholesale merchandise for their stores, pairing independent brands with retailers. The company connects two million retailers globally to hundreds of thousands of brands across the globe.
In addition to a large catalog, the company attracts smaller retailers by offering net 60-day terms and free returns to boost confident buying at unpredictable times. Faire has seen impressive growth, reporting 300% year-on-year volume growth and a valuation of over $12.6B following its most recent tranche of funding from Shopify.
This investment is funding its continuing expansion into European and Australian markets, while accelerating product development, focusing on its OS for wholesale. It is also hiring talent globally as it takes aim at becoming a kind of Amazon for local and indie brands that want to sell globally.
Steph
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
109% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 11 rounds)
May 2022
$416m
SERIES G
Nov 2021
$400m
SERIES G
Total funding: $1.5bn
Company benefits
- Comprehensive healthcare: Including Health, Dental, Vision and Disability for all our locations.
- Time off: Paid time off, holidays and company-wide "Faire Fundays".
- Parental leave: Generous parental and family leave, as well as fertility support benefits.
- Productivity support: Monthly stipends to help cover work from home connectivity needs.
- Annual learning grant: For personal and professional development, as well as unlimited access to training courses through LinkedIn Learning.
- Thoughtfully designed spaces: All of our offices have been designed with local in mind – from our architects to our coffee blends.
- Fitness and well-being benefits: Including monthly credit towards your wellness-related programmes.
- Mental health benefits: Including free access to Modern Health therapists and resources.
- Charitable matching: Faire will match up to £250 of your charity donations, every year.
- Career planning: Whether you want to grow as a leader, hone your craft or explore a new discipline, our career framework allows space for you to explore.
Company HQ
Mission District, San Francisco, CA
Leadership
Max Rhodes
(Co-Founder & CEO)Previously an Advisor at Blunt Umbrellas and a Director of Consumer Product at Square.
Marcelo Cortes
(Co-Founder 7 Chief Architect)Previously a Senior Software Engineer at Google. Prior to that, they co-founded FreePoint Inc.
Jeff Kolovson
(Co-Founder & COO)Previously an Operations Lead at Square. Prior to that, they were a Business Analyst for McKinsey and Co.
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