Location & Flexibility
When team members told us they needed more flexibility and autonomy around where and how they worked, we acted, creating two options to accommodate two different styles of work. One non-negotiable principle along the way? We had to retain our deep culture of collaboration, both among ourselves and with our clients. Introducing Work From Near (Hybrid) and Work From Anywhere (Remote) at WillowTree. Learn more here.
Who We Are
WillowTree is a leading digital consultancy that partners with the world's most admired brands to orchestrate winning experiences across the customer journey. Experiences that are personalized, on-brand, and consistent across channels and platforms.Experiences that can both drive customer delight and reduce operating costs.
Our services include digital strategy consulting, product development, brand and experience design, digital marketing, and data and AI services. WillowTree's client roster spans industries and growth stages, including T-Mobile, Marriott, Allianz, Dexcom, PepsiCo, Brightline Trains, Synchrony Financial, Domino's, and Dairy Queen. Check out how we have impacted our clients' digital portfolios over the years.
In January 2023, WillowTree was acquired by TELUS International (Symbol: TIXT), a leading provider of next-generation digital customer experience (CX) solutions for global and disruptive brands. The combined firm brings an unparalleled ability to deliver seamless, trusted, digitally-enabled experiences across any channel a customer might choose - including mobile apps, websites, voice UI, chatbots, email, customer service agents, and retail associates.
The Opportunity
Working in close collaboration with our VP of Accounting, you will guide and mentor our growing accounting team to meet the evolving needs of WillowTree. Over the last several years, we have seen considerable growth in headcount and business, so the opportunities and challenges we face in accounting will require a thoughtful and poised leader to help us navigate these uncharted waters. To play your part in this, you will be responsible for all of our accounting activities to ensure compliance with GAAP/IFRS. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to define and establish our accounting policies and procedures to impact the future of accounting at WillowTree for years to come.
We understand our responsibility to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive place within the tech industry, while pushing to make our industry more representative. Because of this responsibility, we need candidates who value diversity and inclusion through their work, team collaboration, or mentorship. So in your cover letter, we encourage you to reflect on diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Responsibilities

• Oversee all non-revenue accounting activities ensuring compliance with GAAP/IFRS and internal accounting policies and procedures
• Oversee and manage the general accounting functions, including, but not limited to, indirect taxes, AP, payroll and general ledger
• Oversee the monthly close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, inter-company, and other balance sheet and P&L accounts
• Manage the accumulation and consolidation of all financial data necessary for an accurate accounting of consolidated business results
• Prepare, review and issue financial statements in accordance with US GAAP/IFRS
• Implement and maintain effective internal controls and processes to ensure the accuracy of financial reporting, SOX compliance, integrity of corporate data, and best practices
• Manage accounting policies and procedures and lead efforts on process improvements
• Help with the year-end financial audit activities
• Prepare and manage benefit plan audit process annually
• Research and resolve accounting issues including evaluation and implementation of new accounting pronouncements to ensure US GAAP/IFRS compliance.
• Develop staff by managing performance, setting goals, providing ongoing training and maintaining strong employee relationships
• Drive process improvement at all levels of the organization
• Support internal operational and compliance programs
• Support ad hoc reporting for annual budgeting and planning process

Qualifications

• 5 years progressive experience in general accounting, ideally 4 years in public accounting
• At least two years of leadership/supervisory experience with a track record of leading a successful team in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business Administration with an Accounting emphasis OR a CPA
• Strong understanding of GAAP and technical accounting
• Ability to work independently without considerable oversight, and to act decisively
• Strong proficiency with accounting software (Workday preferred) and advanced excel skills. Also experience with payroll software (UKG, Ceridian preferred).
• Experience in designing and implementing accounting processes and controls
• Collaborative approach with the ability to engage various disciplines and stakeholders in an organization

Bonus Points

• Big 4 public accounting experience
• Public company experience
• Experience working with an accounting consolidation tool
• IFRS experience

Why WillowTree?
We offer a place to be yourself.
Our differences, both visible and invisible, benefit our teams, our communities, and the products we craft. That's why WillowTree strives to build a team with diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives. We balance hard work with a culture that supports your growth and cares about your well-being. We're committed to creating an environment of inclusion - a place where every Tree can thrive.
We want you to reach your fullest potential and part of your professional development at WillowTree will include dedicated time to innovate on passion projects and an annual stipend to fund your professional pursuits.
WillowTree celebrates our differences and provides equal employment opportunities to all team members and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.