Assistant International Controller - Alarm.com

Alarm.com is seeking an Assistant International Controller to join our growing, fast-paced organization. The Assistant International Controller role will support our growing International organization while working closely with the corporate accounting and finance organization to ensure proper controls. We are looking for someone who is independent, hands-on, and self-directed individual to provide business and finance support to our growing international organization. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic, ever-changing environment and possess an entrepreneurial mindset. This position will work closely with our international team to establish best practices to drive growth and support our customers. This person will interface with other members of the senior management team to help drive initiatives for our international organization to achieve the potential of our rapidly growing, international operations. 

At a minimum, the candidate should have at least 4 years of experience supporting international operations working with multiple foreign currencies, warehouse operations, transfer pricing and establishing and supporting international subsidiaries. Public company software experience is preferred; however, other experience and qualifications will be considered.

RESPONSIBILITIES

 The International Controller's primary job responsibilities will include:

• Provide day-to-day support to the SVP of Global Business Development and his team to help drive growth for our international business.  Attend staff meetings of the international team and keep them informed of revenue, costs and business trends.  Assist in preparing forecasts and budgets for the team
• Working closely with the VP & Corporate Controller and VP of FP&A and their teams to address all accounting and financial issues related to international operations while ensuring proper controls
• Work with the VP of FP&A on international pricing practices to address foreign currency pricing requirements and best practices in support of our business goals
• Work with Corporate Tax Director to ensure transfer pricing policies are in compliance with tax regulations and achieve tax mitigation
• Help to establish international subsidiaries and local compliance, tax and accounting support
• Assisting in implementing and managing International billing, financial accounting, and foreign compliance reporting operations as the Company continues to expand its business operations into new foreign countries
• Help to establish international warehouses and billing practices to make it easier for customers to do business with Alarm.com.  Ensure proper inventory controls for warehouses and compliance with revenue recognition requirements
• Assist in establishing import procedures, working with import brokers and setting up bonded warehouse where applicable. 
• Establish inventory controls and conduct regular inventories to ensure proper accounting records
• Review customer contracts to assess the financial implications of the proposed agreements while ensuring proper controls and provide feedback
• Provide regular reporting of international revenue and costs
• Work closely with the VP of Internal Audit to ensure compliance with SOX Controls and foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPR)
• Assist with the monthly and quarterly close process and review financials for the international group to ensure compliance with GAAP
• Perform other related business support/accounting/financial duties as requested by the SVP of Global Business Development and CFO as needed
• Other duties as assigned 

Required Experience:

• 8-10 years of progressive accounting and finance experience with a minimum of 4+ years supporting international operations and working with multiple currencies
• Active CPA required 
• Experience with transfer pricing, establishing international warehouses and working with import brokers highly preferred
• Should be well versed in current GAAP Accounting, especially related to current revenue recognition guidance and foreign currency translation and transaction guidance, including the impact of foreign currency activity on the consolidated financial statements
• Experience in researching, developing, and implementing accounting policies and procedures
• Excellent written and oral communications skills with a high attention to detail
• Exceptional organizational, prioritization, decision making, and planning skills as the candidate will need the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively to achieve the overall goals of the department and the Company
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills, to be able to identify and pro-actively propose system and process improvements.
• Must be hands-on and comfortable working independently
•  The position will located at our headquarters in Tysons, VA and will likely require 25% to 50% international travel.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications:

• Intermediate to advanced Excel and computer skills
• Experience as an International Controller or equivalent position supporting international operations for a high-growth public company
• Spanish speaking skills would be ideal but not required
• Previous work experience in the software industry preferred

WHY WORK FOR ALARM.COM?

• Collaborate with outstanding people: We hire only the best. Our standards are high and our employees enjoy working alongside other high achievers.
• Make an immediate impact: New employees can expect to be given real responsibility for bringing new technologies to the marketplace. You are empowered to perform as soon as you join the Alarm.com team!
• Gain well rounded experience: Alarm.com offers a diverse and dynamic environment where you will get the chance to work directly with executives and develop expertise across multiple areas of the business.
• Focus on fun: Alarm.com places high value on our team culture. We even have a committee dedicated to hosting a stand-out holiday party, happy hours, and other fun corporate events.
• Alarm.com values working together and collaborating in person.  Our employees work from the office 4 days a week.

COMPANY INFO

Alarm.com is the leading cloud-based platform for smart security and the Internet of Things. More than 7.6 million home and business owners depend on our solutions every day to make their properties safer, smarter, and more efficient. And every day, we're innovating new technologies in rapidly evolving spaces including AI, video analytics, facial recognition, machine learning, energy analytics, and more.  We're seeking those who are passionate about creating change through technology and who want to make a lasting impact on the world around them. 

For more information, please visit www.alarm.com.

COMPANY BENEFITS

Alarm.com offers competitive pay and benefits inclusive of subsidized medical plan options, an HSA with generous company contribution, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid holidays, wellness time, and vacation increasing with tenure. Paid maternity and bonding leave, company-paid disability and life insurance, FSAs, well-being resources and activities, and a casual dress work environment are also part of our outstanding total rewards package!

Alarm.com is an Equal Opportunity Employer

In connection with your application, we collect information that identifies, reasonably relates to or describes you ("Personal Information"). The categories of Personal Information that we may collect include your name, government-issued identification number(s), email address, mailing address, other contact information, emergency contact information, employment history, educational history, and demographic information.  We collect and use those categories of Personal Information about you for human resources and other business management purposes, including identifying and evaluating you as a candidate for potential or future employment or future positions, recordkeeping in relation to recruiting and hiring, conducting analytics, and ensuring compliance with applicable legal requirements and Company policies. By submitting your application, you acknowledge that we may retain some of the personal data that you provide in your application for our internal operations such as managing our recruitment system and ensuring that we comply with labor laws and regulations even after we have made our employment decision.

Notice To Third Party Agencies:
Alarm.com understands the value of professional recruiting services.  However, we are not accepting resumes from recruiters or employment agencies for this position. In the event we receive a resume or candidate referral for this position from a third-party recruiter or agency without a previously signed agreement, we reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to you. If you are interested in working with Alarm.com, please email your company information and standard agreement to RecruitingPartnerships@Alarm.com.

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