Technical Accounting Manager

Description

Hi, We’re AppFolio.

We’re innovators, changemakers, and collaborators. We’re more than just a software company — we’re a cloud-based powerhouse that creates products to make our customers’ lives easier. We’re revolutionizing the way people do business, and we want your ideas, your enthusiasm, and your passion to help us keep on innovating.

We love where we work, and you can, too.

What You’ll Do

The Senior SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting Manager to own the SEC reporting process and serve as the technical accounting subject matter expert. The ideal candidate has excellent problem solving skills, is a strong communicator, thrives on process improvement and enjoys working in a challenging, high tech environment to support our continued success.

• Work cross-functionally on SEC reporting matters for preparation and review of financial statements, footnote disclosures, MD&A, and relevant disclosure checklists.
• Drive the quarterly drafting and review cycle, including the quarterly disclosure committee meetings and meetings with the leaders of the business functions.
• Work closely with the accounting and FP&A teams to obtain documentation and complete financial statements, footnotes and MD&A for Form 10-Qs and 10-K filings.
• Prepare supporting documentation for SEC filings to ensure all information within the reports are documented and properly supported for internal use and external auditor review.
• Work with external auditors to answer questions and provide support documentation, as required.
• Act as AppFolio’s technical accounting subject matter expert. Perform research and draft memos for technical accounting matters.
• Assist FP&A team with regular forecasts and budgetary process relating to relevant technical accounting transactions.
• Assist IR Team with any questions relating to financial statements and accounting positions.
• Prepares certain reconciliations and/or analysis including stock-based compensation.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Communication Skills: Numbers are key, but a business is built with people. Cross-functional relationships and effective communication to non-financial audiences are critical to make an impact
• Analytical and Problem Solving: Combined with impeccable business judgment and ability to communicate with management team
• Resourceful & Action-Oriented: Individual who possesses a proactive sense of urgency, and who knows how to overcome obstacles to get things done in a timely fashion
• Connector: Earns trust and maintains confidences across and between dedicated team members and AppFolio. Establishes collaborative working relationships.
• Attention to Detail /Action Oriented: Does not let important details slip through the cracks. Ability to manage multiple priorities and timelines effectively with a bias for action, operates with urgency, driven to “do” great work.
  
  

Must-Haves

• 7-10 years of relevant work experience in big 4 public accounting
• Experience working for a public company, preferably in the technology industry preferred
• A strong understanding of GAAP and experience utilizing an accounting research software to research GAAP guidance.
• A clear understanding of SEC Rules and guidance with the ability to research and apply rules.
• Assembling financial statements, footnotes and disclosures within SEC filings
• Comprehensive experience drafting accounting memos.
• BS degree in accounting and/or business.
• CPA (Certified Public Accountant)
• Experience using financial reporting software such as Workiva, WDesk, Edgar Filings Online
• Experience with working with external auditors and legal counsel, as well as all departments across an organization
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong writing skills
• Ability to prioritize and handle several projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated and team-oriented.
• Proven organizational skills and attention to detail.
  
  

Our Story

AppFolio (NASDAQ: APPF) was founded in 2006 with the mission to revolutionize vertical industry businesses by providing great software and service. Our easy-to-use, cloud-based software helps our customers more effectively market, manage, and grow their businesses. Our software solutions exist in the real estate vertical, including AppFolio Property Manager and AppFolio Investment Management.

To find out more about what AppFolio has to offer, check out appfolioinc.com/careers.

Statement of Equal Opportunity

At AppFolio, we value diversity in backgrounds and perspectives and depend on it to drive our innovative culture. That’s why we’re a proud Equal Opportunity Employer, and we believe that our products, our teams, and our business are stronger because of it. This means that no matter what race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, age, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, or veteran status, you’re always welcome at AppFolio.