Financial Reporting & Tax Director (LATAM)

Company at a Glance

OpenX is focused on unleashing the full economic potential of digital media companies. We do this by making digital advertising markets and technologies that are designed to deliver optimal value to publishers and advertisers on every ad served across all screens.

At OpenX, we have built a team that is uniquely experienced in designing and operating high-scale ad marketplaces, and we are constantly on the lookout for thoughtful, creative executors who are as fascinated as we are about finding new ways to apply a blend of market design, technical innovation, operational excellence, and empathetic partner service to the frontiers of digital advertising.

The Financial Reporting & Tax Director (LATAM) will play a key leadership role within the Finance organization, responsible for driving excellence in financial reporting, tax compliance, strategic global expansion, equity administration, and internal control framework development. This role will initially focus on financial reporting and tax compliance in the Latin American region and supporting the company’s growing international footprint. 

The ideal candidate will bring deep technical accounting expertise, strong tax acumen, experience with global corporate structures and tax compliance, and the ability to operationalize structure and controls in a private company environment.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting
Support the preparation and review of statutory financials across Latin American and other international jurisdictions.
Ensure timely and accurate preparation of consolidated financial statements under applicable local accounting standards (GAAP, IFRS).
Provide guidance on complex accounting matters, including revenue recognition, equity compensation, and consolidations.
Support external audit coordination, ensuring readiness and smooth execution.

Tax Compliance & Strategy
Oversee coordination of tax filings in partnership with external advisors.
Ensure compliance with evolving transfer pricing and inter-company transaction requirements.
Identify opportunities to optimize the company’s global tax position as the organization scales.

Global Expansion & Entity Structuring
Lead financial due diligence and planning for entry into new countries, assessing regulatory, tax, and accounting implications.
Partner with Legal, HR, and Operations to determine optimal entity structures and ensure compliant setup.
Oversee the integration of new entities into existing accounting and reporting frameworks.
Research global compliance and tax considerations, advising management on the financial impact of expansion initiatives.

Equity Administration & Valuation
Assist with:
All aspects of equity plan administration, including stock option and RSU tracking (utilizing Shareworks by Morgan Stanley), reporting, and compliance.
Maintenance and preparation of monthly cap tables.
Calculation and preparation of equity accounting entries (stock-based compensation, share repurchases, etc.) and financial statement disclosures.
Managing relationships with external 409A valuation providers, ensuring timely and accurate valuations.
Working with HR and Legal to ensure consistent and compliant global equity processes.

Internal Controls & Policy Framework
Establish and implement a scalable internal control framework appropriate for a private company.
Develop and maintain documentation standards, including accounting policies, procedures, and control narratives.
Drive cross-functional alignment to ensure financial integrity and compliance across business processes.
Identify and remediate control gaps proactively.

Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; CPA strongly preferred.
10+ years of progressive experience in accounting, financial reporting, and tax, including Big 4 public accounting and public or private company experience.
Proven experience managing global finance operations and cross-border entity structuring.
Deep understanding of US GAAP and exposure to UK GAAP and IFRS.
Strong knowledge of equity accounting and administration.
Demonstrated success in implementing internal control frameworks and policy governance.
Exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Strategic mindset with the ability to balance detail orientation and big-picture planning.                                                      Fluency in business Spanish is preferred.

Reporting Structure
Reports to: Chief Accounting Officer
Partners with: Director of Financial Reporting, and Accounting, FP&A, Legal, HR, and Operations personnel

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\n$140,000 - $170,000 a year\n

Pursuant to any state, local ordinance, or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation. 

OpenX is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. For all applicants, the base salary range is noted above, per year + bonus + equity + benefits. A candidate’s salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, and certifications. 

A summary of our benefits, which include medical, dental, vision, 401k, equity and more, can be viewed here: https://www.openx.com/company/careers/ A candidate’s salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, and certifications.  

OpenX VALUES

Our five company values form a solid bedrock serving to define us as a group and guide the company. Our values remind us that how we do things often matters as much as what we do.

WE ARE ONE

We are one team. There are no exceptions. We are a group of strong and diverse individuals unified by a shared mission. We embrace challenges and win together as a team. We respect and care about our colleagues and cultivate an inclusive culture

WE ARE CUSTOMER CENTRIC

We innovate on behalf of our customers. We understand, respect, and listen carefully to our customers. We build great products to solve our customers’ problems. We manage our customers’ expectations clearly and honestly. We are a trusted partner to all of our customers - we act with integrity at all times. We care.

OPENX IS OURS

We are all owners of OpenX

We all have a voice to improve OpenX

We stake our personal and professional reputations on the excellence of our work

We are not interested in just "doing our jobs"; we take ownership to drive results

WE ARE AN OPEN BOOK

We understand and respect what each of us does. We are eager to teach and share what we know with others, both internally and externally. We are eager to learn from others and we ask questions internally and externally. 

WE EVOLVE FAST

We take responsible risks and own and learn from our mistakes. We recognize and repeat success. We actively seek out and provide constructive feedback. We adapt quickly and embrace change. We tackle growth and learning with real urgency. We are endlessly curious.

OpenX TRAITS

Our three traits capture what makes a great team member at OpenX.

HUMBLE

Ideal team players are humble and demonstrate integrity. They put the team's success above their own, share credit generously, and value collective achievements. They are self-assured, open to coaching, and committed to continuous learning.

DRIVEN

Ideal team players are results-driven and motivated. They are curious, always seeking more to do, learn, and take on. As proactive problem-solvers, they take initiative without needing external motivation. They continuously think about the next steps and opportunities for improvement.

SMART

Ideal team players are smart and possess the intellectual acumen to understand the complexities of our organization and industry. They are interpersonally intelligent, good communicators, and exemplify sound judgment in their interactions across the company to foster a collaborative environment.

OpenX is committed to equal employment opportunities.

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Effective Date: November 21, 2024