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Lead Accountant

Remote - US

MariaDB is making a big impact on the world. Whether you are checking your bank account, buying a coffee, shopping online, making a phone call, listening to music, taking out a loan, or ordering takeout, MariaDB is the backbone of applications used every day. Companies large and small, including 75% of the Fortune 500 run MariaDB, touching the lives of billions of people. With massive reach through Linux distributions, enterprise deployments, and public clouds, MariaDB is uniquely positioned as the leading database for modern application development.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a proactive Lead Accountant to join our growing accounting and finance team.  The Lead Accountant will be a key contributor to the monthly and year-end closing processes, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of all financial reports. This role will also be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll and the subsequent booking of all payroll-related journal entries. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of GAAP, exceptional analytical skills, and a proven track record of managing complex accounting tasks. In this role, you will gain broad exposure to the Company’s full-cycle accounting processes and provide support for the Sr. Corporate Accounting Manager. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to scale up in their accounting career.

What You'll Do:

  • Execute monthly and quarterly accounting close tasks including preparing/reviewing journal entries and account reconciliations.
  • Perform monthly and ad-hoc analyses of financial trends.
  • Assist in the preparation of various supporting schedules and analyses for internal financial and external financial statements, tax, and audits.
  • Act as a mentor for junior accounting staff, providing guidance and training on accounting principles and best practices.
  • Assist with maintaining and scaling our accounting and reporting process.
  • Support optimization and automation efforts to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of accounting processes.
  • Collaborate and serve as a liaison to other departments on accounting matters, including but not limited to engineering, sales, IT, HR, marketing, etc.
  • Participate in ad-hoc projects and assignments as needed.

What You'll Need:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting with a minimum of 4+ years experience in audit with a mid to large size public accounting firm or 4-5 years experience with a small to mid size technology/software company.
  • Detail-oriented with good organizational skills and able to prioritize multiple tasks.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Self-starter with a proven track record of grit and determination to drive process improvements.
  • Excellent written and oral communications skills, including the ability to work collaboratively.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Microsoft Excel (vlookup and pivot tables).
  • Ability to work on a cross functional basis, build and nurture relationships across the organization.

A Plus if you have:

  • Working knowledge of NetSuite and FloQast.
  • CPA or on track to get your CPA
  • Payroll accounting knowledge.
  • International accounting exposure (Including inter-company transactions and multi-book)

 

What’s in it for you?

Impact the world of technology by pushing the boundaries of technology and business models working at MariaDB. Be part of a game-changing organization that encourages outside-the-box thinking, empowerment, and is truly shaping the future of the software industry. You’ll be collaborating with high-caliber colleagues around the world, offering unparalleled learning and growth opportunities. 

 

Location -  Remote - US 

 

Compensation 

The annual anticipated U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is USD $90,000.00 - $100,000.00.

Actual salaries may vary and fall outside of this range depending on factors such as a candidate’s qualifications, geographic location, skills, experience, and competencies.

In addition, we are often open to a wide variety of profiles, and recognize that the person we hire may be less experienced (or more senior) than the job description as posted. Salary is one component of MariaDB’s total rewards package, which (subject to eligibility requirements) may include equity ownership, health insurance, life, and disability insurance, funds toward professional development resources, Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, and parental leave, just to name a few!

Salaries for candidates outside the U.S. will vary based on local compensation structures.

 

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please submit your application along with your CV/Resume through our ATS Greenhouse on our MariaDB Careers site.

  • At MariaDB we celebrate the diverse experiences and perspectives of our employees because this drives innovation and success. MariaDB is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace for everyone.
  • MariaDB does not sponsor work visas or relocation.
  • MariaDB is committed to providing accommodations for individuals with disabilities within our application and interview process. To request an accommodation due to a disability, please inform your recruiter.
  • MariaDB will not accept agency resumes without a prior contractual agreement with HR. Please do not forward resumes to any recruiting alias or employee directly. MariaDB is not responsible for paying any fees associated with any unsolicited submitted CV/Resumes.

 

 

 

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