International Statutory Accountant

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An overview of this role

As an International Statutory Accountant, you will be an integral part of GitLab’s Controllership. You will be responsible for supporting statutory compliance obligations across our International jurisdictions, as well as managing deadlines and performing accounting activities with attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy. You should have an ability to collaborate well cross-functionally in a rapidly changing environment. This is a unique opportunity to join a growing company where you can accelerate your learning within a strong and experienced accounting team.

What You’ll Do

• Support all aspects of statutory accounting operations alongside certain US GAAP responsibilities.
• Work with an external professional service provider to ensure maintenance of accounting records and preparation of high quality statutory financial statements.
• Engage with auditors, ensuring statutory audits are executed on time and within budget, while also helping to navigate any audit complexities as they arise.
• Manage India accounting operations as well as all compliance-related activities in India, such as statutory financial reporting and audits.
• Support the US GAAP to India GAAP reconciliation process.
• Ensure changes to local accounting requirements are captured, understood and operationalized.
• Prepare intercompany reconciliations and manage resolution of reconciling items.
• Prepare monthly intercompany settlement files.
• Collaborate with internal legal, tax, and treasury teams for intercompany and other activities, while always keeping a lens on statutory implications.
• Critically evaluate current systems and processes and act as a driver for identifying and implementing new initiatives.

What You’ll Bring

• Minimum 2-3 years of relevant experience in a multinational environment.
• CPA/ACA/CIMA and/or big 4 accounting experience is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or similar.
• Knowledge of US GAAP, while also being familiar with navigating statutory requirements for international jurisdictions.
• A self starter with a creative approach to problem solving.
• Experience with ERP systems; NetSuite with multibook enabled is a plus.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and experience using GSuite & Slack is a plus.
• Ability to prioritize work and deliver strong results on time in a fast-paced environment.

About the team

The international accounting team at GitLab is responsible for all aspects of accounting for our international subsidiaries. As GitLab’s global footprint expands, the international team will continue to play an integral role in ensuring excellent accounting operations and compliance for all non-US entities.

How GitLab will support you

• Benefits to support your health, finances, and well-being
• All remote, asynchronous work environment
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• Team Member Resource Groups
• Equity Compensation & Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Growth and development budget
• Parental leave
• Home office support

Please note that we welcome interest from candidates with varying levels of experience; many successful candidates do not meet every single requirement. Additionally, studies have shown that people from underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to a job unless they meet every single qualification. If you're excited about this role, please apply and allow our recruiters to assess your application.

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