Role Description The Accountant manages and streamlines the financial operations across the Democracy Defenders family of organizations, overseeing and often performing day-to-day accounting functions, ensuring rigorous financial compliance, maintaining robust internal controls, and optimizing our financial tech stack to support our mission effectively. To best protect, strengthen, and rebuild our democracy, it is critical that DDA’s staff reflects the diversity of backgrounds and experiences represented in the democracy we seek to defend. Applicants of all backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. Responsibilities - 20 hours per week Accountant contractor - This is an hourly contractor role - Financial Processes and Reconciliations: - Define and own a comprehensive month-end and year-end close process, performing most of the monthly account reconciliations. - Manage and review the account reconciliations and other work done by our part-time contracted bookkeeper. - Internal Controls and Systems Management: - Help develop and maintain effective accounting procedures and internal controls. - Manage and upgrade processes and systems for expense reimbursement and credit cards (Ramp) and Accounts Payable (Bill.com). - Cash Flow: - Actively manage daily cash flow and oversee inter-company cost-sharing structures. - Compliance Tracking and Document Control: - Ensure strict compliance with GAAP accrual-based accounting, and other relevant financial regulations. - Record and track vendor agreements. - Ensure compliance with sales tax requirements with the assistance of an outside consultant. - Grant & Donation Management: - Record and track restricted donations, including maintaining comprehensive backup documentation and managing grant agreements. - Audit & Tax: - Take the lead role in preparing for and guiding the organization through the annual financial audit and preparation of the Federal Forms 990 and various state filings. - Additional tasks and special projects as directed. - Full time Accountant and Bookkeeper: - The accountant role can be expanded to a 40 hour per week exempt full time employee position by performing all bookkeeping responsibilities, which are currently performed by another 20 hour per week contractor. Qualifications - Minimum bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field. - 6-10 years of accounting experience. - CPA preferred but not required. - Proven accounting experience, with strong proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets and hands-on experience using QuickBooks Online. - Proficiency in accrual-based GAAP accounting required. - Preference for candidates with nonprofit accounting experience. - Preference for demonstrated experience with restricted grant management and tracking restricted funds. - Preference for demonstrated experience managing inter-company cost-sharing. - Familiarity assessing and leveraging accounting tech tools (ex: Ramp, Bill.com), integrations, and automation workflows. - Highly organized, with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to maintain meticulous documentation. - Unwavering commitment to defeating election sabotage and denial, fighting autocracy, and building a resilient democracy; Experience (professional, volunteer, or otherwise) advancing democracy, election integrity, and the rule of law. - Commitment to diversity and inclusivity and an ability to work with colleagues and stakeholders across diverse cultures, backgrounds, and beliefs. Role and Compensation Details - This is a remote position that may be performed from any state in the U.S. We offer optional access to office space in Washington, DC. - The Accountant sits in our Finance department and reports to the Director of Finance. - This role supports Democracy Defenders Action c4, Democracy Defenders Fund c3, and Democracy Defenders Political Action Committee. - If 20 hour per week hourly contractor, the hourly rate for this position is $75 - $150 per hour, commensurate with experience. - If full-time exempt employee, the salary range for this position is $85,000 - 130,000, commensurate with experience. - For full time employees, DDA provides a comprehensive benefits package including 20+ days of PTO, 12 holidays, health insurance (100% paid for employee and 50% paid for family), 401K with match, tech and home office stipends, coworking space access, and recurring teambuilding opportunities. - If you are unsure about applying, we encourage you to make a case as to why you are a compelling candidate. A human reviews all application materials, and we are eager to hear from candidates who may not meet all of the qualifications, who possess transferable skills, and who have non-traditional work histories.

• Review, evaluate, and resolve billing process issues and revenue collections. • Maintain preparation of statements and invoices and resolve discrepancies in accounting records. • Monthly Reconciliations for the Banks, Deferred Revenue, and Deferred Expenses. • Assist in the monthly closing process Payroll processing (Bi-weekly and Semi-monthly payrolls) • Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures, as well as state and federal regulations. • Supervise the billing and assist in hiring, training, and reviewing the performance of staff. • Processes documents related to expenses. • Contribute to the maintenance of accounting data and provide support as needed to the accounting department. • Manage various forms of accounting data, such as that related to accounts payable and accounts receivable. • Must communicate intelligently and effectively at all levels of the organization with a high accounting and customer service orientation. • Assist with GAAP financial statements through document preparation, integrity validation, and reconciliation processes. • Participate in the development of policies and procedures. • Ensure compliance with established policies and procedures and make recommendations for changes and improvements. • Perform ad-hoc analysis and assist with the execution of special projects as needed. • Identify opportunities to improve existing accounting processes and strengthen internal controls. • Organize work, set priorities, and meet critical deadlines.

Role Description We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Senior Director, Corporate Accounting & Reporting to lead critical areas of corporate controllership, including SEC reporting, technical accounting, and global stock administration. This highly visible leadership role is responsible for ensuring the integrity, transparency, and timeliness of the company’s external financial reporting while maintaining compliance with U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and internal control requirements. The Senior Director will serve as a key advisor to senior finance leadership on complex accounting matters and will play an important role in supporting strategic initiatives, including capital market activities, business transactions, and evolving regulatory requirements. This leader will partner closely with Finance, Legal, HR, Treasury, Investor Relations, and external auditors to ensure high-quality financial disclosures and sound accounting positions across the organization. In addition to providing technical accounting leadership, this role will drive continuous improvement and modernization of corporate accounting processes, leveraging automation, advanced analytics, and AI-enabled tools to enhance efficiency, scalability, and data quality across external reporting, technical accounting, and equity administration. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience in U.S. public company reporting, complex technical accounting, and multinational operations, along with a proven ability to build high-performing teams, influence cross-functional stakeholders, and lead process improvements in a fast-paced global environment. Qualifications - CPA required; Big 4 public accounting experience strongly preferred. - 15+ years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience, including senior leadership roles within a U.S. multinational public company. - Deep expertise in U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and external financial reporting. - Strong technical accounting background with experience addressing complex transactions and regulatory developments. - Experience driving process improvements, reporting automation, or technology-enabled finance transformation within corporate accounting functions. - Proven leadership experience with the ability to build, develop, and lead high-performing teams across multiple functions and geographies. - Demonstrated success leading cross-functional initiatives and managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. - Exceptional communication and executive presence, with the ability to present complex accounting matters to senior executives and auditors. - High integrity, strong analytical capabilities, attention to detail, and a commitment to operational excellence and strong internal controls. Requirements - Lead the preparation and filing of external SEC reports, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, earnings releases, and other required disclosures. - Ensure external reporting complies with U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, SOX requirements, and company policies. - Manage quarterly and annual reporting cycles, including coordination with external auditors and internal cross-functional stakeholders. - Oversee the preparation and review of financial statements, footnotes, and MD&A disclosures. - Present key disclosure considerations and accounting matters to senior management and the Disclosure Committee. - Drive continuous improvement in external reporting processes, controls, and reporting efficiency, including leveraging automation, AI-enabled tools, and reporting technologies to streamline disclosure preparation, documentation, and review workflows. - Serve as the company’s subject matter expert on U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting matters. - Provide authoritative accounting guidance on complex transactions, including equity transactions, business combinations, debt, derivatives, leases, and strategic initiatives. - Monitor emerging accounting standards, regulatory developments, and SEC guidance, and lead implementation of new requirements across the organization. - Partner cross-functionally with FP&A, Tax, Legal, Treasury, and Corporate Development to evaluate transaction structures and assess accounting implications. - Oversee preparation of technical accounting memoranda supporting company positions and ensuring regulatory compliance. - Enhance technical accounting workflows through automation and digital tools, including improving documentation processes, accounting research capabilities, and knowledge management using AI-enabled solutions and modern finance technologies. - Provide executive oversight of global equity administration, including equity grants, exercises, vesting, ESPP activity, and related reporting. - Ensure compliance with global regulatory requirements, tax considerations, and accounting treatment related to equity compensation programs. - Partner with HR, Legal, Payroll, and Finance teams to support the design, administration, and governance of equity compensation programs. - Oversee processes supporting equity accounting, reporting, and internal controls, while driving improvements through process automation and technology enhancements that improve efficiency, accuracy, and reporting transparency. Benefits - Innovation: We celebrate those who think critically, like a challenge, and aspire to be trailblazers. - Growth: We give you the space and support to grow along with us and to contribute to something meaningful. We have been named Fortune's Best Workplaces in Technology™, Fortune's Best Workplaces in the Bay Area™, and certified as a Great Place to Work®! - Team: We build each other up and set aside ego for the greater good. - Flexible time off, wellness resources, and company-sponsored team events.

• Collaborates with global team on a daily basis to foster a highly collaborative and productive team environment • Acts as primary point of contact for clients • Completes ad hoc projects for clients as needed that require “rolling up your sleeves” and completing tasks for clients • Completes review of draft work papers and financials provided by global team and provides review notes back to the team • Perform variance analysis and deliver actionable commentary for client review • Ensures timely completion of client deliverables outlined in MSA’s, including sending monthly financial reporting packs to clients • Manage rent rolls, CAM reconciliations, lease schedules, and tenant ledgers • Oversee accounts payable and receivable for property operations • Utilize property management systems (e.g., Yardi, MRI) alongside CAS platforms • Assist clients during annual audits and coordinate with external auditors • Ensures sound awareness of the client deliverables and manages scope creep • Highly client facing – prioritizes client contact over emails • Focuses on providing proactive advice and notifications to clients throughout the month • Mentor junior staff and contribute to team development initiatives • Demonstrates understanding of Aprio services so that organic growth opportunities for services are identified