VP / Corporate Controller

The Vice President, Corporate Controller will be a key member of the Finance leadership team reporting directly to the CFO. The ideal candidate will oversee and direct all financial accounting activities. The candidate will be responsible for overseeing GL accounting, payroll, equity, AP, AR, revenue, SEC reporting and compliance with local, state and federal reporting requirements.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of accounting and reporting related to a publicly traded technology company
• Direct and lead accounting teams in the development, implementation and oversight of company-wide accounting policies, practices, and internal controls consistent with SEC, US GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley S404 compliance
• Manage the accounting close and consolidation for U.S. and foreign entities and ensure timely and accurate SEC reporting
• Maintain effective internal controls and procedures over financial reporting and support compliance and testing
• Ensure compliance with technical accounting matters including revenue recognition, equity accounting, business combinations, capitalization of software development, income taxes, and lease accounting
• Oversee customer collections, treasury function and cash management and forecasting
• Manage and develop accounting team with a focus on career growth and enhancement
• Collaborate with other members of the department and the broader organization in matters related to financial operations
• Facilitate sales by providing guidance on deal structure, revenue recognition, and other operational/billing matters for prospective customer arrangements
• Manage the relationship with the external auditors as it relates to the annual financial statement audit and quarterly reviews
• Prepare materials and participate in management, board, and audit committee reporting.
• Ensure timely filing of tax returns and other accounting/tax compliance matters, both domestic and international
• Manage relationships with financial institutions including operating and investment accounts
• Manage financial systems and service providers
  
  

Qualifications/Experience

• B.S or Masters in Accounting
• CPA Required
• 15 years of related experience
• Experience with Oracle a plus
• Broad knowledge of the field with strong leadership and technical accounting skills
• Proven ability to work effectively in a public company environment
• Demonstrated ability to be nice, smart and get things done
  
  

WORKING AT BRIGHTCOVE

We strive to provide our employees with an environment where they can do their best work and be their best selves. This includes a focus on our employees’ work experience, actively creating a culture where inclusion and growth are at the center, and hiring, recognizing, promoting employees who are committed to living and breathing these same ideals. We value collaboration, creativity, work/life balance, professional growth and creating an empowering space for open communication. Whether you’re in one of our offices around the world or working remotely you have plenty of opportunities to meet colleagues and celebrate a variety of personal interests with organized groups and clubs including an Employee Action Committee, Women of Brightcove, Pride of Brightcove, Parents of Brightcove … and more to come!

We recognize that no candidate is perfect and Brightcove would love to have the chance to get to know you. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. Brightcove embraces diversity and seeks candidates who support persons of all identities and backgrounds. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. If you need any accommodations for your interview, please email recruiting@brightcove.com.

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At Brightcove, we believe that providing comprehensive and competitive compensation and benefits packages across the globe are essential to our employees. Base salary is just one component of Brightcove’s total rewards program. We offer a wide range of benefits and perks that may include bonus or commission, Brightcove stock, unlimited paid time off, 401(K) matching, health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), generous employer Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions, tuition reimbursement, 100% paid parental leave and more.

USA Brightcove Base Salary Range

$201,600—$302,400 USD