Director, Accounting

Cineverse is a global streaming technology and entertainment company with one of the world's largest portfolios of owned and operated streaming channels, all powered by its advanced, proprietary technology platform. Cineverse currently features enthusiast brands for subscription video on demand (SVOD), advertising-based video on demand (AVOD) and free, ad-supported streaming television (FAST) channels. Cineverse entertains consumers around the globe by providing premium feature film and television series, enthusiast streaming channels and technology services to some of the world's largest media, retail and technology companies. For more information, please visit www.cineverse.com.

The Director, Accounting will lead the accounting function across multiple revenue‑generating entities, ensuring operational excellence, strong financial controls, and timely, accurate reporting. This role requires a proactive, highly organized leader who can anticipate issues, drive solutions, and elevate the accounting function as the business scales. The ideal candidate brings deep technical accounting expertise, proven experience managing complex revenue environments, and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and executive leadership.

Essential Functions

• Oversee the full-cycle general ledger, with a strong emphasis on revenue recognition, accounts receivable, and related sub-ledgers.
• Establish and enforce accounting policies, internal controls, and operational best practices to support a high‑growth environment.

• Direct the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with US GAAP.
• Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, roll‑forwards, and variance analyses for the P&L and Balance Sheet.
• Oversee preparation of management reporting packages, including ad hoc analyses to support strategic decision‑making.

• Ensure accurate customer invoicing, revenue tracking, and timely collection of receivables.
• Lead the weekly cash collections forecasting process and provide insights to senior leadership.
• Maintain and enhance revenue‑related systems, processes, and controls.

• Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors for annual audits and quarterly reviews.
• Maintain SOX related controls and ensure compliance with all documented process narratives.
• Identify and implement process improvements to strengthen the control environment and streamline operations.

• Partner with FP&A, Operations, and Executive Leadership to support company initiatives and financial planning.
• Drive enhancements to financial systems (e.g., NetSuite) and support implementation of new tools or modules.
• Lead special projects as assigned, including integration efforts, system upgrades, and process redesigns.

Essential Qualifications / Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• CPA required.
• Minimum 7–10 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2 years in public accounting.
• Experience in publicly held media, entertainment, or ad‑tech companies strongly preferred.
• Deep knowledge of US GAAP, revenue accounting, operational accounting, and management reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage complex workflows, and drive process improvements.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to interpret and resolve complex issues.
• Experience with NetSuite required.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word required.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a strong collaborative mindset.
• High integrity, strong work ethic, and a commitment to operational excellence.

Cineverse is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not tolerate or promote discrimination or harassment of any kind. Cineverse does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition, family care status, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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