Vanta

Director of Accounting

United States

$213,000 – $250,000Compensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Biotechnology, Internet, Data SecurityIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and a CPA certification, with a minimum of 10 years of accounting experience, including 3-5 years in a leadership role. Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, and proficiency in financial software like Netsuite and Excel are essential, along with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

The Director of Accounting will lead daily accounting operations, including general ledger, international accounting, cash management, AP, payroll, and financial reporting. Responsibilities include overseeing month-end and year-end closes, ensuring compliance with GAAP and tax regulations, developing internal controls, collaborating with external auditors, enhancing financial systems, automating processes, and mentoring the accounting team.

Skills

Accounting
GAAP
Financial Reporting
Internal Controls
Auditing
P2P Systems
ERP Systems
Process Improvement
Leadership
Mentoring
CPA

Vanta

Automates SOC 2 compliance for businesses

About Vanta

Vanta simplifies the process of obtaining and maintaining SOC 2 certification, which is essential for organizations that manage sensitive customer data. The company offers a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform that automates numerous checks to ensure that security controls are effective and compliant with industry standards. This automation helps small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and tech companies monitor risks and vulnerabilities continuously, significantly reducing the time and cost associated with achieving SOC 2 compliance. Vanta's subscription-based model provides clients with a more efficient and cost-effective way to maintain compliance compared to traditional methods. The goal of Vanta is to transform the compliance process, allowing organizations to focus on their core operations while enhancing their security posture.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2018Year Founded
$343.4MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, CybersecurityIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

100% Benefits Coverage
Flexible & Remote Work
Paid Parental Leave
Unlimited PTO
Health & Wellness
401(k)

Risks

Emerging competitors like ComplyCube could challenge Vanta's market position.
Healthcare data breaches may increase demand for more robust security measures.
Reliance on partnerships like HITRUST poses risks if standards evolve significantly.

Differentiation

Vanta automates up to 90% of audit preparation, reducing compliance costs significantly.
The platform offers real-time insights, enhancing trust and streamlining security reviews.
Vanta's HITRUST e1 solution automates 80% of requirements, ensuring continuous compliance.

Upsides

Vanta secured $150M in Series C funding, boosting its growth potential.
Partnership with HITRUST enhances Vanta's credibility in the healthcare sector.
Rising demand for automated compliance solutions supports Vanta's market expansion.

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