Director, Accounting (Remote, US)

Role Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Director of Accounting to take ownership of the financial reporting process and payroll oversight. In this role, you will bridge the gap between operational accounting and high-level financial reporting. You will bring deep expertise across financial reporting, technical accounting, IPO readiness, payroll management, SOX compliance, and mergers & acquisitions. You will work with outsourced team members to manage complex accounting and our outsourced payroll providers. This is a critical role for someone strong in US GAAP who enjoys process improvement and cross-functional collaboration.

What You Will Do

Technical Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Lead technical accounting assessments for new standard implementations (ASC 606, ASC 842, ASC 805)

• Collaborate with FP&A to ensure proper GL coding and implement process improvements

• Prepare intercompany entries with outsourced team members, ensuring Tax and GAAP compliance

• Review quarterly debt covenant reports and assist in audited financial statements and investor reporting

• Oversee stock-based compensation accounting in accordance with ASC 718

Payroll Accounting & Oversight

• Review and approve bi-monthly US payroll register; high-level review of Canadian payroll

• Maintain internal controls for payroll cycle, validating inputs from People Operations

• Own payroll GL mapping within Rippling; prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and accruals

• Oversee new state/provincial payroll tax registrations and compliance

• Partner with People Operations and vendors to optimize payroll processes and automation

Audit, Compliance & Tax

• Support annual audits and quarterly internal control testing

• Ensure compliance with sales tax and franchise/business tax; review partnership entity taxes and K-1s

• Prepare process flow documentation and risk-control matrix for SOX compliance

Operational Accounting & Ad-Hoc

• Review and approve journal entries and reconciliations from outsourced team members

• Manage insurance renewals, COIs, and claims

• Collaborate with departments for month-end close and ad-hoc reporting

Requirements

• CPA (active license) with bachelor’s degree in accounting

• Renewable industry experience required

• 10–15+ years of progressive accounting experience (mix of public/private preferred)

• Big 4 or Tier II Audit firm experience required; M&A experience a plus

• Strong technical accounting skills, SOX compliance, IPO readiness

• Advanced Excel; familiarity with Rippling and AI tools

• Deep US GAAP knowledge (revenue recognition, payroll accruals, intercompany transactions, reporting)

• Experience managing offshore teams and collaborating cross-functionally

• Experience with external US/international payroll vendors

Benefits

• Full-time position with competitive salary: $185k–$225k base + 25% annual bonus target + long-term incentive programs

• Fully remote work environment with home office allowance

• No pre-set vacation limits, parental leave, family-first culture

• Competitive health and wellness benefits

• 401(k) plan with employer contributions

• Opportunity to work with passionate teammates in a thriving remote environment

Note: Renew Home cannot sponsor employment visas. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Renew Home considers applicants without regard to race, color, creed, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, or any other protected category. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.