Vice President, Accounting

Finance Ā· United Kingdom

Job description

šŸŒ Can you help us change the world?

Itā€™s true. At Mews, we dream big. As a Hotel Tech unicorn valued at $1.2b, weā€™re propelling new-generation cloud technology within global hospitality.Ā With our industry-leading property management solution, weā€™re enabling the worldā€™s most revolutionary hospitality brands to accelerate their digital transformation.

Weā€™re on the lookout for ambitious, tenacious and passionate people who want to join the next generation of innovators and disrupt the hospitality industry with us. Sound good so far? Keep reading and tumble down the Mews rabbit hole... šŸ‡

šŸ§‘šŸ»ā€šŸ’» About the role

First things first: you want to know what youā€™re actually applying for. Itā€™s impossible to capture every nuance of a role ā€“ especially at a rapidly growing company like Mews ā€“ but if we had to distil it down to a job description (which we do because this is a job description), it would be this:

We are seeking a Vice President of Accounting with exceptional leadership skills and profound knowledge in U.S. GAAP, SEC filings, and financial reporting to join our executive team. In this role, you will oversee our accounting operations, lead our accounting team, and play a crucial role in preparing the company for its IPO.

āœ… Your mission, should you choose to accept it:

  • Lead the accounting department, ensuring accuracy and compliance with U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and other statutory requirements.
  • Manage all aspects of accounting operations, including general ledger, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and tax compliance.
  • Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
  • Coordinate the preparation and filing of all SEC documents, including 10-Ks and 10-Qs.
  • Develop and maintain internal controls over financial reporting to ensure compliance and integrity of financial statements.
  • Liaise with external auditors during financial and operational audits.
  • Ensure that accounting policies and procedures are implemented effectively across the organization.

ļøšŸ¤ļø Youā€™ll be a great fit if you bring a few of the below with you:

  • Proven VP of Accounting Experience: Demonstrate a track record as a VP of Accounting or in a similar role, withĀ IPO experienceĀ within theĀ SaaSĀ orĀ FinTech industry.
  • International Accounting Expertise with advanced knowledge of SOX and US GAAP:Ā Showcase deep knowledge of financial benchmarking, accounting, audit, tax compliance, and regulatory matters.
  • Structured & Analytical: Possess a highly structured and analytical mindset, with experience in problem-solving through data analysis, Excel, and PBi models.
  • Relevant experience: From listed US companies, and regulated financial institutions.

šŸŽ‰Ā Whatā€™s in it for you?

Did you know that Mews was voted the Best PMS of 2024 and has previously held the title of Best Place to Work in Hotel Tech for two consecutive years? You do now. Most of that is down to our inspiring team, but part of it is because of some pretty amazing perks. As well as awesome colleagues and stimulating work, you'll get:

  • Participation in the Company shares program
  • Best-in-class Parental Leave Policy. At Mews, as the primary caregiver you get 6 months of fully paid parental leave, and as a secondary caregiver, you get 2 months of fully paid parental leave.Ā 
    (No matter your location, this can be used during the 1st year and applies if you've been employed for at least 1 year at Mews)
  • Flexible Benefits via the ThanksBen platformĀ 
  • Unlimited paid holiday (no, this is not a typo)
  • Wellness Wednesday's (once a month, the whole company enjoys a day where you can attend to your own well-being)Ā 
  • Remote/flexible working (we're 100% hybrid-proof, but we cannot hire from anywhere in the world unfortunately, so feel free to reach out and check with us!)
  • Monthly working from home allowance and a monthly healthcare insurance allowance (we want you to be happy & healthy)
  • Regular team events and socialsĀ 

šŸ¤·šŸ» Who is Mews?

We want to get to know you, so itā€™s only fair we tell you a little bit about ourselves first.Ā Mews has been transforming hospitality since 2012. What began in a single hotel in Prague now powers thousands of hotels around the world, as they pursue their mission to develop transformational solutions for brands and create remarkable experiences for guests.Ā 

Since the beginning, Mews embraced being different. Mews is not simply a property management system, but a connected hospitality cloud with products across the hotel ecosystem and more integrations than anyone else.Ā 

From global hospitality brands to independent properties, hoteliers join Mews because they recognize the power of innovation. They understand that they can benefit from hotel tech that drives efficiency, maximizes revenue, and improves guest happiness.

Ranked 24th in the FT 1000 list of the fastest-growing European companies in 2021, Mews has been recognized as the Best PMS by industry peers at the HotelTechAwards in both 2020 and 2024, consistently earning acclaim. Mews also achieved finalist status in 2021 and 2022. What's more, we take immense pride in being listed among the Best Places to Work in Hotel Tech during those same years and again this year. But our achievements don't stop there; Mews was also listed among the World's Best Hotel PMS Provider 2023 and as the World's Best Independent Hotel PMS Provider 2022 and 2023 by the World Travel Tech Awards.

šŸ’­ Life at Mews

Thatā€™s what we do, but what about who we are? Mewsā€™ culture is special and difficult to capture in words, which makes writing this tricky. You'll experience the freedom to be yourself and the ability to watch your ideas come to life. Youā€™ll have an open line of communication and an open invitation to after-work drinks, be they virtual or in-person. Sometimes the work can be challenging and there can be a lot of it, but youā€™ll always be able to rely on those around you.

Yes, weā€™re ambitious and we move fast, but we know the value of fun and taking a breather. Every month we have a Wellness Wednesday, a day off that you can use to boost your health, whether thatā€™s a long lie-in, a trip to the gym, or anything in between. We have slack channels for almost every interest imaginable, and an all-company meeting every Friday gives you the chance to ask any question to our leadership team.

To get more of an idea what life at Mews is like, check out our Instagram šŸ“ø.Ā 

Weā€™re guided by our five key values; if you see yourself in them, itā€™s time to get in touch.

Everyone is welcome at Mews

To reimagine the art of hospitality, we need teams who represent our global and diverse customers and users. Our differences make Mews, so we welcome people of all backgrounds and identities to work with us. Embracing different perspectives, trying new things and feeling safe to bring your authentic self to work. If this sounds like you and you're ready to join a global, innovative, and exciting community, we'd love to hear from you!

One very important noteā€¦.donā€™t hold back! Even if you think you donā€™t meet 100% of the criteria listed in this job role, we still encourage you to apply. We believe that everyone should have equal access to opportunities and want to ensure we provide an inclusive experience, so do let us know if there is anything else we can do to support your application process. We canā€™t wait to hear from you!

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