Director of Accounting / Corporate Controller

Join Velo3D, a cutting-edge technology company, as the Director of Accounting / Corporate Controller. In this key leadership role, you will oversee accounting operations, technical accounting, financial close, internal controls, external audit, SEC reporting support, and process improvement. You will work closely with the Corporate Controller and other senior management to ensure timely and accurate financial statements, compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements, and the continuous improvement of the company's internal control environment. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-paced, innovative company.

• Partner with the Corporate Controller to lead and oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities; ensuring timely and accurate financial statements.
• Lead the development, documentation, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Company’s internal control environment; support SOX 404 compliance.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable regulatory requirements; research and interpret U.S. GAAP, SEC guidance, and other applicable accounting requirements.

• The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting leader who can operate effectively in a public-company environment, independently resolve complex accounting issues, strengthen the control environment, and drive execution across the accounting organization
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with senior management and cross-functional business partners
• Active CPA license is strongly preferred
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including significant public-company or public-accounting experience
• Experience evaluating complex or non-routine business transactions
• Strong technical accounting and research capabilities
• Hands-on experience with SOX 404 / internal controls and control remediation
• Ability to work independently, prioritize competing deadlines, and operate effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements
• Experience with SEC reporting and external audits
• Strong understanding of revenue recognition, including ASC 606
• Excellent analytical, organizational, project-management, and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated experience with accounting operations and end-to-end financial close
• Big Four public accounting experience
• Experience with ASC 842, equity compensation, debt, business combinations, or other complex accounting areas
• Public-company experience in technology, manufacturing, hardware, software, SaaS, or life sciences
• Experience remediating material weaknesses or significant deficiencies
• Experience with ERP implementations or accounting-system transformations
• Experience with SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Workiva, DFIN or similar accounting/reporting platforms
• Experience managing and developing accounting professionals
• Demonstrated ability to combine technical accounting expertise with hands-on operational execution