Director, Accounting

Hey there!

Bird launched micromobility. Now we’re shaping its future.

We’re Bird, and we’re on a mission to transform the way the world moves one ride at a time. Our products, services, and people share one common goal: to make cities more livable by empowering people and communities everywhere to move freely, discover new possibilities, and create a cleaner, more connected future. To cleaner air. To calmer streets. To cities built for people.

Who We Are

Bird is a global leader in micromobility, dedicated to shaping the future of urban movement. Our cleaner, affordable, and on-demand mobility solutions are available in over 200 cities worldwide.

We take a collaborative, community-first approach to micromobility. Bird partners closely with the cities in which it operates, leveraging our experience and safety-first technology to help them meet their shared mobility and climate goals and provide a reliable, affordable, and responsible transportation option for people who live and work there.

Our award-winning electric vehicles have empowered more than eighty-seven million rides in cities around the world and helped riders take carbon-free trips in more than 200 cities globally. And our teams are constantly pushing boundaries and challenging the status quo in pursuit of a brighter future.

Job Summary

The Controllership team is in need of a dynamic Director of Accounting to help evolve the department from a late-stage start-up to a more mature and robust organization. We are looking for a leader who can provide operating results at the country level and global reporting to the Senior Leadership team. This position will play a key role in developing, implementing, and executing new accounting processes and systems, including optimizing our monthly close and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Consolidation of Global results with appropriate reviews of transfer pricing and intercompany transactions
• Provide comprehensive financial updates to senior managers by evaluating, analyzing, and reporting appropriate data points
• Develop, implement, and maintain financial controls and guidelines to maximize protection of company assets, policies, procedures, and workflows. Improve workpaper documentation, support, and efficiency.
• Technical Accountant adept in researching accounting issues and drafting technical memos related to various areas including ASC 805 Business Combinations and Asset Acquisitions, Debt, Equity and Warrants, Segment Reporting, Impairment, Foreign Currency
• Oversee and support the accounting team with dynamic leadership that creates an environment of trust and productivity

Must Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or in a related discipline
• CPA certification or CA (chartered accountant)
• Big 4 public accounting experience with strong technical accounting skills
• Must have worked for an international firm with multi-country presence
• Experience rebuilding accounting department processes, streamlining and in scaling a team preferred
• Proficiency in Planful or similar EPM system
• 10+ years of progressive work experience include at a Sr. Manager level and higher

Target Salary Hiring Range: $164,00 - $195,000

Why Bird Matters

Every time you hop on a Bird, you’re helping build a more livable city. We focus on four core pillars that reflect the impact of every ride:

• Freedom: We're the bridge that connects you to every experience—simple, convenient, and stress-free. We give you the freedom to move without limits.
• Exploration: We turn everyday trips into memorable experiences, sparking discovery and wonder as you connect with the world around you.
• Community: Taking a Bird is an act of citizenship. We create a sense of belonging and unity, knowing that the richer our communities become, the richer our lives become.
• Sustainability: Our electric vehicles reduce gas-powered car usage and lower carbon emissions. We enable responsible choices, creating tangible impact and driving progress toward a cleaner future.

Culture at Bird

We're an ambitious, smart, and open-minded team that is passionate about our mission. Each day is unlike the last, as we’re constantly moving forward, challenging each other, and working together to create the future of micro-mobility.

Perks Up!

We want you to succeed and thrive here, so we offer a few sweet perks:

• Plenty of time off to relax and recharge, plus a wellness resource to help you wind down.
• A work-from-home stipend.
• An employer-paid healthcare package.
• Of course, Bird ride credits to get you where you need to be!

Bird is the world

Bird stands for a culture of inclusion. We celebrate different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives —encouraging everyone to bring their authentic selves to work. We have a diverse environment that empowers our team to feel comfortable when they voice their opinions.

For these reasons and more, Bird is a proud equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome everyone regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetics, and we are dedicated to providing an inclusive, open, and diverse work environment.

Sound like a place you’d like to work? Sweet. Let’s chat.