About StarRez
StarRez is the global leader in student housing software, providing innovative solutions for on and off-campus housing management, resident wellness and experience, and revenue generation. Trusted by 1,400+ clients across 25+ countries, StarRez supports more than 4 million beds annually with its user-friendly, all-in-one platform, delivering seamless experiences for students and administrators. With offices in the United States, Australia, the UK, and India, StarRez blends the robust capabilities of a global organization with the personalized care and service of a trusted partner.
The Role
StarRez is seeking a Director of Accounting to serve as a key leader within the Finance organization, responsible for accuracy, integrity, and efficiency across global accounting operations. In this role, you'll own the full monthly close and reconciliation review, financial reporting, payroll reconciliation, tax accounting, and audit readiness while strengthening internal controls and scalability as StarRez grows.
You will report to the Vice President, Corporate Controller and manage a team of up to five professionals (GL and AP), serve as the NetSuite owner/SME, and partner with FP&A, Customer Operations, and People & Culture.
Role Specifics
- Work Location: Remote (US) with a strong preference for candidates on the Eastern Time Zone.
- Travel: 5% (The percentage of travel is an estimation and could vary based on business needs.)
- Compensation Structure: In addition to the base salary listed below, this role is eligible for a bonus.
- Reporting Structure: This role reports to the Vice President, Corporate Controller.
Application Deadline: This role will accept applications until filled.
What You Will Own
- Team Leadership: Manage and develop a high‑performing team of General Ledger and Accounts Payable accountants; set goals, SLAs, and development plans.
- Month‑End Close: Own the monthly close across entities/currencies; approve journal entries; review account reconciliations; ensure GAAP/IFRS compliance and on‑time delivery.
- Financial Reporting & Debt Compliance: Prepares and analyze the monthly financial reporting package and debt covenant/compliance reporting in accordance with GAAP and IFRS.
- Technical Accounting: Draft and analyze technical accounting memos; maintain documentation supporting positions and audit requirements.
- AP & Expenses: Review and approve AP bills and employee expense reports; ensure policy adherence and control integrity.
- Treasury Operations: Oversee treasury disbursements and cash transfers; partner with Controller on liquidity visibility and controls.
- Tax: Coordinate Corporate Income Tax and Indirect Tax filings with external advisors; manage calendars, inputs, and reviews.
- Audit: Manage the company's annual consolidated and statutory audits; act as primary contact with the audit team; deliver audit‑ready schedules and drive issue resolution.
- Policies & SOPs: Draft, maintain, and enforce SOPs and accounting policies; strengthen internal controls and documentation with support from Controller.
- Systems (NetSuite Ownership): Serve as NetSuite owner and SME; optimize configuration, workflows, dimensions, and reporting; drive automation and data integrity.
- Payroll Accounting: Own the monthly payroll GL reconciliation and detailed review; validate postings, accruals, benefits, and taxes.
- Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and systems; implement best practices and automation (including AI) to improve close speed and accuracy.
- Special Projects: Assist the VP, Corporate Controller with special projects, including global payroll initiatives and NetSuite enhancements.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
- 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 3-5 years in a global leadership role
- Leadership experience specifically within multi-entity or multinational software and technology environments
- Hands-on expertise with NetSuite
- Demonstrated ownership of monthly close, reconciliations, and preparation of financial reporting packs
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and/or IFRS, tax accounting, and payroll accounting
- Proven success managing external audit and tax advisors
- Excellent communication skills with senior leadership
Preferred Qualifications
- CPA or equivalent certification
- Advanced Excel skills
- Experience with automation and system integrations
- Detail-oriented and systems-minded, with a drive for operational excellence
- Demonstrates high integrity, ownership, and urgency
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple competing priorities and deadlines with composure, focus, and sound decision-making in high-pressure environments
- Empowers teams through clear goal setting, coaching, and recognition
- Thrives in collaborative, globally distributed environments and adapts effectively across time zones
Reasons to join our Team:
- Opportunity to be a part of a well-established, high-performance company that has been in business for over 30+ years
- Full benefits including health care, paid time off, life insurance, and 401k plan with company match for eligible team members.
- A supportive team environment with emphasis on learning and development opportunities
- Our Promise: You will learn, grow, and be appreciated for your impact and contributions.
- Z-Factor: Our most celebrated value, you will work with a team of caring, high-performing, and passionate people who have fun supporting our vision, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Even if you don't have all of the Preferred Qualifications listed above, but feel you have what it takes to succeed in the role, we would love to hear from you!
We are proud of our diverse workforce and are dedicated to creating a safe and welcoming environment for all employees. People from various ethnicities, ages, genders, and abilities are encouraged to apply.
Notice to external Recruiters and Recruitment Agencies:
StarRez will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies, headhunters, or any other third parties for this role through this website or directly to any employee. StarRez and any of our subsidiaries will not pay fees to any third-party agency or company. In addition, we ask that you do not reach out to any employee with regards to this position, or any other positions, now, or in the future.
US - Salary Range
$155,000—$175,000 USD
StarRez is an equal opportunity employer.
