M&A Accounting & Specialist Projects Manager (Remote)

As a global leader in cybersecurity, CrowdStrike protects the people, processes and technologies that drive modern organizations. Since 2011, our mission hasn’t changed — we’re here to stop breaches, and we’ve redefined modern security with the world’s most advanced AI-native platform. Our customers span all industries, and they count on CrowdStrike to keep their businesses running, their communities safe and their lives moving forward. We’re also a mission-driven company. We cultivate a culture that gives every CrowdStriker both the flexibility and autonomy to own their careers. We’re always looking to add talented CrowdStrikers to the team who have limitless passion, a relentless focus on innovation and a fanatical commitment to our customers, our community and each other. Ready to join a mission that matters? The future of cybersecurity starts with you.

About the Role:

The M&A Accounting & Special Projects Manager will support CrowdStrike’s growth through mergers and acquisitions, as well as other special projects, by working cross-functionally with our corporate development, finance, legal, and sales and channel alliances teams, to provide technical accounting support and expertise. Expected projects include: (1) mergers and acquisitions, beginning with financial due diligence (FDD) and ending with integration of acquirees into CrowdStrike’s global processes; (2) strategic investments; (3) financial services transactions; and (4) other ad-hoc projects for strategic, operational, or regulatory changes.  You will work remotely and report to the Director, Accounting M&A.

What You’ll Do:

• Collaborate with the M&A and technical accounting teams during the FDD process and conduct/document interviews with the target’s management team and/or direct the use of FDD and valuation advisors where needed

• Provide technical accounting and pro forma presentation advice around deal structure and terms

• Assess significant accounting practices, quality of earnings, and long-term growth projections of target companies

• Partner with deal and process leads post-closing to ensure smooth integration of data/systems/people into CrowdStrike’s global processes, serving as a key contact through integration

• Partner with FP&A to forecast impact of acquisitions into consolidated CrowdStrike earnings guidance

• Perform and document technical accounting analysis on new strategic investments

• Maintain fund accounting records, perform quarterly reconciliations, and coordinate with the accounting operations team to record all strategic investment related activity

• Perform strategic investment quarterly impairment assessments

• Support finance, legal, and sales and alliances in the delivery of new financial products and services by providing technical accounting expertise

• Assist with the design and maintenance of processes and procedures related to new financial products and services

• Provide technical accounting expertise on topics including, but not limited to, business combinations (ASC 805), share-based compensation (ASC 718), fair value measurement (ASC 820), investments (ASC 320, 321, and 310-10), derivatives (ASC 815), and related SEC regulations

• Assist Director, Accounting M&A and VP Controller with ad-hoc projects and new initiatives

• Facilitate audit requests from external auditors as needed

What You’ll Need:

• 5-7 years accounting / finance / M&A experience, ideally with a background in accounting advisory or transaction services

• CPA with a strong technical accounting background

• Participation in at least 2 deals in the last 3 years as an employee of the acquiror, a consultant, or a member of an external audit team

• Ability to work autonomously in complex situations

• Team player who welcomes responsibility and thrives in an intense, fast-paced environment

• Resourceful and solutions oriented self-starter with intellectual curiosity, a point of view, and interest in proactive participation

• Excellent project management and verbal and written communication skills

• Willingness and ability to collaborate and communicate with cross-functional teams

Bonus Points:

• Transaction due diligence background

• Experience working for and/or with technology companies, ideally SaaS companies

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Benefits of Working at CrowdStrike:

• Market leader in compensation and equity awards

• Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs 

• Competitive vacation and holidays for recharge  

• Paid parental and adoption leaves

• Professional development opportunities for all employees regardless of level or role

• Employee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to build connections

• Vibrant office culture with world class amenities

• Great Place to Work Certified™ across the globe

CrowdStrike is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone is valued for who they are and empowered to succeed. We support veterans and individuals with disabilities through our affirmative action program.

CrowdStrike is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status, veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by law. We base all employment decisions--including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, lay-offs, return from lay-off, terminations and social/recreational programs--on valid job requirements.

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