Full-Time Chief Accounting Officer
Figure Lending is hiring a remote Full-Time Chief Accounting Officer. The career level for this job opening is Expert and is accepting USA based applicants remotely. Read complete job description before applying.
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The Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) will oversee all aspects of Figure’s accounting operations, including technical accounting, financial reporting, and day-to-day accounting processes. This role is responsible for managing the financial reporting cycle and maintaining strong internal controls in compliance with SoX requirements. The ideal candidate will combine solid controllership with practical business insight, guiding decisions that support both accuracy and efficiency. The CAO will lead and develop a high-performing accounting team.
What You’ll Do- Lead a geographically distributed team.
- Oversee all accounting operations.
- Establish and maintain strong internal controls.
- Manage relationships with external auditors.
- Collaborate closely with the CFO.
- Design and maintain a SOX-compliant control framework.
- Identify and implement process and system improvements.
- Participate as a key member of the finance leadership team.
- 15+ years of accounting experience.
- Minimum of 5 years leading accounting teams.
- CPA designation preferred.
- Deep technical accounting expertise.
- Hands-on experience with accounting and financial reporting systems.
- Proven track record of implementing and maintaining SOX compliance.
- Strong leadership and mentorship abilities.