At Vanta, our mission is to secure the internet and protect consumer data. We believe that security should be monitored and verified continuously, and we empower companies to practice better security and prove it with ease. Vanta has a kind and talented team, and while some have prior security experience, many have been successful at Vanta without it.
As the very first Technical Accounting Manager at Vanta, you will be a go-to resource for accounting research, and documenting, writing, and updating accounting memos related to various complex accounting treatments (such as Internally-developed Software, Equity-related activities, Goodwill, M&A activities and others as needed). You will be responsible for technical accounting activities on a periodic basis including preparing journal entries and reconciliations, as well as helping draft audited financial statements and disclosures. This is the first technical accounting hire for our team and will report directly to the Head of Accounting.
What you'll do as a Technical Accounting Manager at Vanta: Participate in close-related activities to ensure complete and accurate financials in accordance with U.S. GAAP/IFRS, including preparing journal entries and account reconciliations within the established close timeline
Research technical accounting guidance and prepare / update accounting memos as needed
Prepare calculations for journal entries and reconciliations related to internally-developed software, stock-based compensation, and other equity-related activities
Partner with Accounting management to provide guidance and assistance with ad-hoc projects
Assist in preparation of audited financial statements and disclosures
How to be successful in this role: 5+ years of technical accounting experience
Prior experience as a Big 4 auditor and technical accountant at a software company
Strong knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, PCAOB standards, and SOX/Internal controls
Extreme attention to detail and ability to simultaneously research discrepancies and solve problems
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Be proactive and have a strong desire for success
Experience in Netsuite a plus
What you can expect as a Vantan: Industry-competitive compensation
100% covered medical, dental, and vision benefits with dependents coverage
16 weeks fully-paid parental Leave for all new parents
Health & wellness and remote workplace stipends
401(k) matching
Flexible work hours and location
Open PTO policy
9 paid holidays in the US
Offices in SF, NYC, Dublin, and Sydney
To provide greater transparency to candidates, we share base pay ranges for all US-based job postings regardless of state. We set standard base pay ranges for all roles based on function, level, and country location, benchmarked against similar-stage growth companies. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors, including candidate location, skills, depth of work experience, and relevant licenses/credentials, and may vary from the amounts listed below. The salary or OTE range for this position is $128,000 - $151,000. This role may also be eligible for commissions/bonus, equity, medical benefits, 401(k) plan, and other company perk programs.
At Vanta, we are committed to hiring diverse talent of different backgrounds and as such, it is important to us to provide an inclusive work environment for all. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender identity, age, religion, sexual orientation, veteran or disability status, or any other protected class. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage and welcome people of all backgrounds to apply. About Vanta We started in 2018, in the wake of several high-profile data breaches. Online security was only becoming more important, but we knew firsthand how hard it could be for fast-growing companies to invest the time and manpower it takes to build a solid security foundation. Vanta was inspired by a vision to restore trust in internet businesses by enabling companies to improve and prove their security.From our early days automating security monitoring for compliance standards like SOC 2, HIPAA and ISO 27001 to creating the world's leading Trust Management Platform, our vision remains unchanged.
Now more than ever, making security continuous—not just a point-in-time check— is essential. Thousands of companies rely on Vanta to build, maintain and demonstrate their trust— all in a way that's real-time and transparent.
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