Job Description
Job Description
Salary : About MirrorWeb
MirrorWeb is a fast-growing, Manchester-born scale-up with headquarters in Austin, Texas. We've earned a global reputation for enabling financial firms to manage risk through cutting-edge data archiving and supervision solutions. We help organisations meet their compliance needs more efficiently than ever before. Our platform captures, monitors and stores all digital communications - whether it's emails, MS Teams conversations, iMessages, or anything else. This helps businesses comply with strict regulations and avoid costly fines like the $5 billion issued by the SEC in 2023.
Our mission is simple : to allow firms to communicate freely and confidently with the knowledge that all messages will be monitored and flagged in real-time if noncompliant. Having recently secured significant investment from a U.S. growth equity firm, we're ready for our next phase of rapid expansion in the U.S. market and beyond.
About The Role
We're seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to own and elevate our accounting function as we scale. Based in our Austin office, you'll be instrumental in building robust financial processes, ensuring compliance, and providing the financial visibility our leadership team needs to make informed decisions. This is a hands-on role where you'll manage the full spectrum of accounting operations whilst building systems and processes that can scale with our ambitious growth plans. This role reports to the VP Finance and represents a clear path to Controller within 12-24 months.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Close Management
- Own and drive the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial statements
- Prepare financial reports, variance analyses, and management reporting packages to inform executive decision-making
- Document footnotes, disclosures, and supporting schedules to supplement financial reporting
- Manage foreign currency accounting, including recording transactions in multiple currencies, maintaining foreign currency balance sheet accounts, and calculating gains / losses
- Ensure compliance with US GAAP while optimizing for a fast and efficient close that can withstand business growth pressures
Revenue Recognition & Cost Management
Ensure accurate and timely revenue recognition in accordance with ASC 606 for SaaS subscription revenueReview customer contracts and sales agreements to determine appropriate accounting treatmentMonitor deferred revenue and prepaid expenses specific to subscription-based business modelDevelop managerial accounting processes to provide visibility into relevant cost centersImplement and maintain charge codes to allocate costs to various teams, projects, and customer accountsOperational Accounting Excellence
Oversee day-to-day accounting operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activitiesManage the full AR and AP cycles, from invoicing to cash application across multiple currenciesMaintain accurate customer master data and billing information for both domestic and international clientsManage chart of accounts to ensure proper alignment with the nature of our businessOversee travel & expense managementManage sales tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions, including SaaS-specific tax requirementsControls, Compliance & Systems
Establish and document internal accounting policies and procedures to ensure consistency, compliance, and scalabilityImplement effective internal controls across key processes, including procure-to-pay and quote-to-cashCoordinate external audits and tax fillings ensuring alignment with GAAP standardsDesign and implement scalable accounting processes and workflows to support company growthEnsure accuracy and completeness of financial data across systems, working cross-functionally to improve integrations between accounting, billing, CRM, and expense management platformsOptimize use of Xero andMaxio and other SaaS-specific tools
Treasury & Cash Management
Assist with day-to-day cash operations and support treasury functions, including cash forecastingOptimize cash flow across currencies and manage foreign exchange exposureDevelop strategies to mitigate currency riskTeam Leadership & Collaboration
Supervise and mentor accounting staff, including accounts payable / receivable specialistsPartner with Revenue Operations and Sales teams to ensure accurate contract tracking and revenue reportingCollaborate with FP&A on budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activitiesBuild trusted relationships across finance, sales, and operations teamsQualifications
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fieldCPA certification (or actively pursuing)5-7 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory roleDeep knowledge of US GAAP with hands-on experience in financial reporting, audits, and accounting systems implementationProven experience managing month-end close, financial reporting, and operational accounting functionsStrong understanding of ASC 606 revenue recognition for SaaS companiesExperience with multi-currency accounting, foreign exchange management, and international transactionsProficiency in accounting software and advanced Excel skillsFamiliarity with NetSuite, Sage Intacct, or similar cloud-based ERP systemsExperience with SaaS metrics (MRR, ARR, churn, LTV, CAC)Preferred
Public accounting experienceExperience with high-growth startups or companies in scaling phaseFamiliarity with international accounting standards (IFRS) and experience managing accounting for companies with UK or international operationsExperience in regulated industries, particularly financial services