Director of Accounting
AssetWatchFull Time
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, and hold a CPA designation. A minimum of 10 years of progressive accounting experience is required, including at least 2 years in a leadership capacity and prior experience in public accounting, preferably with a Big Four firm. Proven experience managing compliance and a distributed team is essential.
The Assistant Controller, Director will lead core accounting operations for U.S. and international entities, overseeing global consolidation, U.S. financial reporting, and technical accounting. Key duties include managing the monthly close process, preparing GAAP-compliant financials and investor deliverables, and ensuring audit readiness for all reporting. This role involves owning technical accounting areas such as stock-based compensation and internally developed software, serving as the primary liaison for external audits and technical advisors, and collaborating with various departments to assess financial impacts of business initiatives. The position also requires managing and coaching a cross-border team and driving process improvements.
Digital wallet and lending platform for underserved
Tala operates as a digital wallet and lending platform that focuses on providing financial services to individuals who are often overlooked by traditional banks. The platform uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to create a personalized financial experience for its users. Customers can access instant credit, transfer money easily, and pay bills all through a single app. Tala's unique data tools allow it to serve a diverse range of customers, including those without access to conventional banking. The company generates revenue through interest and fees on the credit it offers, as well as transaction fees for money transfers and bill payments. Operating in multiple countries across three continents, Tala adapts its services to different markets while aiming to enhance the financial well-being of its users by providing tailored credit lines and financial advice.