Picarro Looking for Director, Finance at Santa Clara, CA, United States Full Time

Job Description

Director of Finance

Location: Santa Clara, CA (Hybrid)

Job Term: Full-Time

The Opportunity:

Picarro, Inc. is the world’s leading producer of greenhouse gas and optical stable isotope instruments, which are used in a wide variety of scientific and industrial applications, including: atmospheric science, air quality, greenhouse gas measurements, gas leak detection, food safety, hydrology, ecology and more. The company’s products are all designed and manufactured at Picarro’s Santa Clara, California headquarters and exported to countries worldwide. Picarro’s products are based on dozens of patents related to cavity ring-down spectroscopy (CRDS) technology. Picarro’s solutions are unparalleled in their precision, ease of use, portability, and reliability.

As Picarro’s Director of Finance, you will report to the CFO. You will lead our global accounting operations and financial planning processes. You are a strong leader experienced in financial planning and accounting operations and able to work collaboratively across business functions. You will also be responsible for accurate accounting, forecasting, analyzing, and reporting of the financial performance of the company as well as possible risks and investments.

Manage the Worldwide Accounting Function and Audits

• Demonstrate technical proficiency and understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Provide financial leadership and technical accounting expertise for current and new accounting guidance, including but not limited to revenue recognition, leasing, cost accounting, stock compensation, transfer pricing, etc.

• Oversee Domestic and International Tax Issues and consult tax expertise and advice as necessary

• Interpret, develop, implement, and monitor accounting policies, processes, and procedures.
• Drive continual process improvements leveraging best practices, standardization, and automation to scale processes
• Provide recommendations and advise on accounting related issues, disclosures, business transactions and financial statements.
• Oversee the company’s finance ERP system
• Oversee all audit and internal control operations
• Provide in-depth knowledge of COSO Framework to develop an effective Enterprise Risk Management Plan (ERM)
• Ensure adherence to financial laws and guidelines

Provide leadership to drive strong Financial Planning Process

• Drive the annual and quarterly financial planning processes to develop accurate financial plans which supports achievement of the business strategy
• Retain constant awareness of the company’s financial position and act to prevent problems
• Prepare timely and detailed reports on financial performance on a quarterly and annual basis
• Conduct analysis to make forecasts and report to upper executives

Develop and maintain strong team

• Set targets for and manage accounting and finance personnel
• Demonstrate professionalism and Picarro Core Values as a leader in the organization

Key Skillsets

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience in efficiently designing and maintaining complex models is mandatory.
• Well-developed analytical and strategic thinking skills
• Ability to critically analyze results at a high level
• Ability to handle multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to summarize and convey key information in an effective manner to wide range of audience.
• Solid knowledge of financial fundamentals and financial systems / processes.
• Excellent attention to detail when necessary.
• A strong leader and team player who can work closely with peers across various departments.
• Ability to research FASB Guidance
• Understanding of AICPA/PCAOB/SEC Compliance
• Understanding of Auditing standard (GAAS)
• NetSuite experience
• Confidentiality in handling sensitive financial information

About Picarro:

Picarro, Inc. is the world’s leading producer of greenhouse gas and optical stable isotope instruments, which are used in a wide variety of scientific and industrial applications, including: atmospheric science, air quality, greenhouse gas measurements, gas leak detection, food safety, hydrology, ecology and more. The company’s products are all designed and manufactured at Picarro’s Santa Clara, California headquarters and exported to countries worldwide. Picarro’s products are based on dozens of patents related to cavity ring-down spectroscopy (CRDS) technology. Picarro’s solutions are unparalleled in their precision, ease of use, portability, and reliability.

Honors awarded the Company include the World Economic Forum Technology Innovation Pioneer, IHS CERA Energy Innovation Pioneer, the U.S. Department of Energy Small Business of the Year, the TiE50 Winner and the Red Herring Global 100 Winner. Key investors include Benchmark Capital Partners, Greylock Management Corporation, Duff, Ackerman & Goodrich, Stanford University, Focus Ventures, Mingxin China Growth Ltd., NTT Finance and Weston Presidio Capital.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, gender identity, social orientation, nor on the basis of disability.

Posted positions are not open to third party recruiters/agencies and unsolicited resume submissions will be considered free referral.