Director of Technical Accounting and Special Projects

Role Description

Pax8 is hiring a Director of Technical Accounting and Special Projects (Remote, USA) to strengthen enterprise-wide accounting policy and lead high-impact Finance initiatives that keep us audit-ready as our marketplace and AI-powered capabilities scale.

Responsibilities

• Own accounting policy & technical guidance: Monitor evolving standards and translate them into practical, consistent accounting positions across Pax8.
• Evaluate complex transactions early: Partner cross-functionally to assess new revenue streams, product changes, contracts, and business events — identifying implications upfront and documenting defensible conclusions.
• Lead strategic Finance programs: Drive Finance initiatives from scope to execution (process, controls, stakeholder alignment, delivery). Current priorities include U.S. GAAP revenue conversion and RMS implementation.
• Be a key audit partner: Serve as a primary liaison for external auditors, enabling timely fieldwork and clear issue resolution through strong documentation and coordination.
• Create audit-ready memos & position papers: Build and maintain technical memos, accounting policies, and support documentation that stand up to scrutiny.
• Strengthen controls through change: Support internal control design, documentation, and testing — especially across areas impacted by transformation.
• Travel (infrequent): Occasional travel may be required to support key milestones and stakeholder alignment.

Qualifications

• CPA required, with a strong foundation in accounting principles and policy ownership.
• Extensive expertise in U.S. GAAP, including revenue-related topics and complex, judgement-based accounting conclusions.
• Demonstrated experience leading or supporting revenue conversions, restatements, or high-stakes technical accounting projects.
• Proven ability to lead major cross-functional initiatives (systems, process redesign, controls, or Finance transformation programs).
• Confidence partnering with auditors and senior stakeholders — with a track record of clear, structured responses and documentation.
• Strength in drafting technical memos, policy guidance, and position papers that are thorough, practical, and defensible.
• Experience with ERP and/or financial systems implementations; revenue-focused systems experience is highly valued.
• Comfortable operating in high-growth, technology-led environments where priorities evolve and ambiguity is part of the job.

Benefits

• Compensation: Qualified candidates can expect to make between $140,000/yr-$180,000/yr depending on experience.
• Non-Commissioned Bonus Plans or Variable Commission.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employer Paid Short & Long Term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance.
• Flexible, Open Vacation.
• Paid Sick Time Off.
• Extended Leave for Life events.
• RTD Eco Pass (For local Colorado Employees).
• Career Development Programs.
• Stock Option Eligibility.
• Employee-led Resource Groups.