Director of Technical Accounting and SEC Reporting

About this role

As the Director of Technical Accounting and SEC Reporting, you'll play a critical role in preparing the company to operate at public company standards. This role will lead the preparation of all SEC filings, own technical accounting policy, and ensure Faire’s financial reporting meets the highest standards of accuracy, compliance, and transparency.

The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise in US GAAP and SEC Reporting, coupled with the ability to partner cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, and executive leadership. You thrive in a fast-growth, complex environment and can translate accounting complexity into clear

guidance for decision makers. You’ll own SEC filings, lead technical accounting assessments on key business initiatives, and build scalable reporting processes to meet the demands of the global marketplace.

As a Director of Technical Accounting and SEC Reporting, You Will

• Play a critical role in driving towards public company readiness, including preparing initial filings, SOX compliance, and building scalable disclosure processes
• Lead all aspects of SEC reporting, including 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K, ensuring quality and compliance at every step and coordination of reviews with auditors, counsel, investor relations, and the disclosure committee
• Ensure financial statements are prepared in accordance with US GAAP and SEC regulations, including newly issued accounting pronouncements
• Research and prepare technical accounting positions for our significant accounting policies, including revenue recognition, potential business combinations, and equity-related issues
• Partner cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, Product to evaluate accounting implications of new initiatives and communicate impacts to leadership
• Assist with PCAOB audits, including preparing technical accounting work papers for the auditors
• Ensure the internal controls related to accounting policies and financial reporting are designed, implemented, and operating effectively for SOX compliance
• Drive process improvement and scalability in reporting and technical accounting, leveraging tools like Workiva and ERP integrations.
• Perform ad hoc projects and analysis as required

Qualifications

• 10+ years of accounting experience, including 3+ years of SEC Reporting experience with a US-listed company, 3+ years at a Big 4 or regional firm
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Finance or Accounting; CPA required
• In-depth knowledge and experience with US GAAP, SOX 404, FASB, SEC, AICPA, XBRL rules and reporting
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, Product, and Sales to proactively identify accounting issues, research applicable guides, and document accounting conclusions
• Strong analytical skills, including proven ability to independently analyze transactions and contracts and document the related accounting analysis under GAAP ● Experience with Workiva preferred
• A team player and committed to delivering outstanding results while having a fun time with your teammates doing it!
• You are resourceful and not afraid to roll up your sleeves.

Salary Range

New York City & San Francisco: the pay range for this role is $190,500 to $262,000 per year.

This role will also be eligible for equity and benefits. Actual base pay will be determined based on permissible factors such as transferable skills, work experience, market demands, and primary work location. The base pay range provided is subject to change and may be modified in the future.