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Chief Accounting Officer

California, United States (Remote)

Chief Accounting Officer

1 Month ago • 10 Years + • Account Management

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Job Description

LegalZoom is looking for a highly skilled and experienced Chief Accounting Officer to join their growing organization. This position requires coordinating and supervising the accounting department, delegating tasks, and ensuring compliance with laws and company procedures. The role reports directly to the CFO, oversees all accounting departments, develops accounting strategies for profit maximization, manages payroll and taxes, and ensures the accuracy of financial statements. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical and communication skills, advanced knowledge of accounting software, and a proven track record in a senior accounting position.

Must have:

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
CPA Certification
10+ years experience in a senior accounting position
Advanced knowledge of professional accounting software
Proficiency in complex accounting systems
Skilled in budgeting and bookkeeping
Excellent financial and analytical abilities
Outstanding written and oral communication skills
High attention to detail

Good to have:

Continuing Professional Education (CPE) requirements
Extensive business experience and strategic knowledge
Skilled in Microsoft suite

Perks:

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
401k, With Matching Contributions
Paid Time Off
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance
Fertility benefits
Mental Health benefits
One Medical
Fringe lifestyle benefits up to $250

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Description

About LegalZoom

We're here to make legal help accessible to all. LegalZoom transformed the legal industry with the launch of our online services and groundbreaking technology in 2001. Since then, millions of customers have counted on us to officially start and run businesses, protect brands and intellectual property, and look after loved ones through wills and trusts.

As the industry leader for over 20 years, innovation remains at the center of all we do. We're creative thinkers and problem solvers with a passion for building legal and tax products that make a positive impact on the world, and we're always looking for exceptional people to push us further.

With us, you'll do work that's as rewarding as it is challenging with a team where every voice matters and diversity, equality, and inclusion are truly embraced. Together, we'll continue to democratize the law and make a real difference in the lives of millions.

This position will be in Los Angeles or the Bay Area

Overview

We are seeking a highly-skilled, experienced chief accounting officer to join our growing organization. In this position, you will coordinate and supervise the accounting department, delegating work and ensuring the staff follows all current laws and company procedures.

You will

Report directly to the chief financial officer (CFO)
Recruit, manage, and oversee all accounting departments; work with other accounting managers
Create accounting strategies to maximize profits
Manage payroll and taxes
Regularly examine financial statements and ensure they are accurate and free of any errors
Organize and update financial records; monitor all bookkeeping
Analyze accounts and suggest improvements to reduce costs and increase profits
Make sure all financial data adheres to current tax laws and regulations
Keep company accounts information confidential
Stay abreast of industry changes and current tax/accounting laws
Prepare, manage and present monthly reports
Act as a liaison to outside auditors
Represent the accounting department at board meetings

You have

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
CPA Certification; continuing Professional Education (CPE) requirements
10+ years experience in a senior accounting position
Advanced knowledge of professional accounting software
Continuing Professional Education (CPE) requirements
Extensive business experience and strategic knowledge
Skilled in Microsoft suite; proficient in complex accounting systems
Highly skilled in budgeting and bookkeeping
Excellent financial and analytical abilities
Outstanding written and oral communication skills
High attention to detail

LegalZoom is a remote-first company and the national range for this role is $250K to $375K. Actual compensation offered will depend on several factors including but not limited to: geographic location, work experience, education, skill level, and/or other business and organizational needs. In addition, an annual bonus, incentive bonus and/or restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package. You will also receive a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits as seen below.

● Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

● 401k, With Matching Contributions

● Paid Time Off

● Health Savings Account (HSA)

● Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

● Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance

● Plus other wellness benefits to include:

○ Fertility

○ Mental Health

○ One Medical

○ Fringe lifestyle benefits up to $250

Join us in making a difference as we build our future and help ensure access to professional legal advice to all! LegalZoom is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to diversity, equality, and inclusion, and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. LegalZoom prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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$250.0K - $375.0K/yr (Outscal est.)

$312.5K/yr avg.

Los Angeles, California, United States

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