Full-Time

Lead General Ledger Accountant

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Digital Turbine

Digital Turbine

1,001-5,000 employees

Mobile growth platform for advertising monetization

Consumer Software
Fintech

Senior

Durham, NC, USA

Candidates must commute to the Durham office 3 days/week.

Category
Financial Accounting
Accounting
Required Skills
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting (Master’s preferred)
  • CPA certification required
  • 7+ years of progressive experience in accounting, with a strong emphasis on general ledger functions; public accounting experience is a plus.
  • Expertise in GAAP and familiarity with SOX compliance standards in a public company setting.
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel for data analysis, modeling, and reporting.
  • Demonstrated experience in leading month-end/quarter-end/year-end close processes and managing accounting projects independently.
  • Proven analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to drive continuous improvement in accounting operations.
  • Experience with financial systems such as Oracle Fusion and Concur is a plus.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and mentor junior team members.
Responsibilities
  • Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate completion of financial statements and journal entries.
  • Analyze and interpret complex data sets, extracting insights to drive key financial decisions and recommending journal entries to ensure compliance with accounting principles.
  • Develop, maintain, and improve workflow processes for monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting cycles, with an emphasis on efficiency and accuracy.
  • Prepare and review reconciliations of complex accounts to maintain accurate general ledger data, identifying and resolving discrepancies proactively.
  • Oversee inter-company account reconciliations and transactions, ensuring consistency and compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
  • Review accounting reports, analyze trends, and summarize the financial status for leadership, delivering high-quality insights to support strategic decision-making.
  • Act as the primary liaison with external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits, leading audit preparations and ensuring compliance with GAAP and SOX.
  • Collaborate closely with GL Accounting, Finance, and Operations leadership to optimize financial close processes and streamline procedures.
  • Develop and enforce internal controls within the public company environment to uphold compliance and safeguard assets.
  • Uphold and protect the organization's value by maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive financial information.
  • Serve as a mentor and point of reference for junior team members, fostering professional growth and team development.
  • Handle complex ad-hoc projects and analyses to support the business's evolving needs.

Digital Turbine enhances advertising and monetization for clients such as advertisers, publishers, carriers, and OEMs through its mobile growth platform. The company uses proprietary technology that is integrated directly into devices by wireless operators and OEMs, allowing for efficient ad delivery. This integration helps clients maximize their revenue opportunities. Unlike many competitors, Digital Turbine focuses on providing a comprehensive ad stack that is embedded in devices, which streamlines the advertising process. The goal of Digital Turbine is to drive mobile growth and monetization for its clients while generating revenue through partnerships and service fees.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$93.6M

Headquarters

Austin, Texas

Founded

2011

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

9%

1 year growth

9%

2 year growth

10%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The appointment of Michael Akkerman as Chief Business Officer could bring fresh strategic insights and leadership to drive growth.
  • Despite a GAAP net loss, Digital Turbine's strong non-GAAP adjusted financial metrics indicate underlying business health and potential for profitability.
  • The partnership with Scope3 to deliver green advertising solutions aligns with global sustainability trends, potentially attracting eco-conscious brands and consumers.

What critics are saying

  • The significant GAAP net loss and goodwill impairment charge could signal underlying financial instability and affect investor confidence.
  • The shift towards alternative app stores, while innovative, may face adoption challenges and resistance from established app store ecosystems.

What makes Digital Turbine unique

  • Digital Turbine's collaboration with Scope3 to create Green Mobile Advertising Solutions positions it as a leader in sustainable advertising, a niche not widely addressed by competitors.
  • The company's focus on mobile gaming-first advertising strategies, as highlighted in their 'Game-Changing Shift' reports, sets them apart in effectively reaching underserved audience segments.
  • Digital Turbine's ability to leverage alternative app stores, driven by regulatory changes like the EU’s Digital Markets Act, offers a unique distribution advantage over traditional app store models.

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