VP of Accounting and Legal

Do you want to work with a group of people striving to create a wiser and kinder world? We are committed to being of service, welcoming & honoring everyone, co-creating an extraordinary culture, heart-led communication, being well, and committing to the journey. Sounds True was founded in 1985 with a clear mission: to disseminate spiritual wisdom. Originally based in Boulder, Colorado, we are now a virtual company and one of the largest and most influential multimedia publishing companies in the world dedicated to transformational learning.

At Sounds True, we have partnered with some of the leading teachers and visionaries of our time, including Eckhart Tolle, Thich Nhat Hanh, Pema Chodron, and more, to create a catalog of more than 3,000 titles that reach an ever-expanding community of beloved customers from across the world.

In more than three decades of evolution, Sounds True has maintained its focus on our overriding purpose and mission: to wake up the world. We offer books, audio programs, online learning experiences, and in-person events to support personal growth and spiritual awakening, aiming to unlock our greatest human capacities to love and serve.

We have also launched a new digital membership platform called Sounds True One. Sounds True One features live and premium programming, community events, online book clubs, and more. A key part of our forward-looking strategy is dramatically growing members in this new community platform.

At SoundsTrue, we are deeply invested in creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that honors our human dignity and brings out the best in each of us and each other. We deeply value the culture we have created, which is heart-led, and invites people to express their uniqueness. We welcome new people to Sounds True who can help us continue to evolve our culture even further. You can read more about our Six Core Commitments here.

From our origin, Sounds True has focused on multiple bottom line performance (delivering on our mission and valuing our relationships while generating profit). We have continually re-invested the profits in business growth and have recently become a public benefit corporation (and are in the process of submitting our application to be a B Corp). Since 2018, we also administer the Sounds True Foundation, a 501c3 non-profit organization whose mission is to create equitable access to transformational teachings and tools and to make sure that people who want Sounds True’s programs and products receive them without financial barriers.

At this juncture in the life of our organization, we are looking for a new VP of Accounting and Legal, someone with heart and a holistic company vision. We are currently at approximately 50 million in sales and have a plan to grow Sounds True to 150 million in the next 5 - 7 years. To accomplish this, we need a new strong full-time VP of Accounting and Legal, someone who can work collaboratively and partner with our 12-person Leadership Team to help advance Sounds True’s growth goals and keep the company safe and thriving.

Responsibilities:

• Financial Reporting and General Ledger Management
  • Oversee the company controller to maintain all finance and accounting operations including billing, payroll, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and royalties.
  • Monitor the accuracy, timeliness and communication of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements.
  • Manage the cash flow planning process and weekly cash management.
  • Manage banking relationships, investment accounts, and company’s line of credit.
  • Monitor the general ledger accounting for compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), other industry best practices and company guidelines.
  • Review and ensure application of appropriate internal controls and financial procedures.
  • Oversee the preparation and timely distribution of investor financial updates.
  • Serve as a key point of contact for external auditors; Manage preparation and support of all external audits.
  • Work with the Director of Strategic Finance to establish yearly financial initiatives and goals that align with the company's plan for growth and expansion.
• Legal and Tax Oversight

• • Oversee the company’s tax strategies, legal compliance and auditing.
  • Interpret laws, regulations and manage outside counsel.
  • Oversee the preparation and timely filing of all local, state and federal tax returns.
  • Lead the evaluation of insurance premiums, deductibles and the impact on budgets and forecasts.
  • Assure legal and regulatory documents are filed and monitor compliance with laws and regulations at all levels.
  • Review and approve legal agreements with vendors, independent contractors, and customers.
  • Review publishing agreement templates and approve non-standard publishing agreements.
  • Partner with the Director of HR and Director of Strategic Finance to ensure compensation strategy and decisions are handled fairly and strategically.

• Oversight of Financial Operations and Systems

• • Responsible for the overall design of the financial processes and departments, including controls for accurate measurement, timely reporting and financial analysis.
  • Ensure the proper functioning of all systems, databases and financial software.
  • Identify and implement systems and software to provide critical financial and operational information. Make suggestions for automating processes and increasing efficiency.

Recommended Skills/Qualifications/Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline, master’s degree or MBA
• CPA - Preferred
• 10 years of financial and accounting experience in a senior management position
• Must possess knowledge of all aspects of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
• Strong financial and accounting background, including an understanding of profit and loss, balance sheet and cash flow management and general finance and budgeting
• Experience with corporate governance
• Ability to understand new issues quickly and make wise decisions
• Ability to inspire confidence and create trust
• Excellent management and supervisory skills
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills
• Proficient in database and accounting computer application systems
• Highly collaborative leader who enjoys working cross-functionally with peers and empowering others
• Ideal candidate will have experience with ecommerce businesses and subscription services

Sounds True is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We celebrate the diverse identities that bring richness and meaning to the world, and we are committed to creating a work environment where everyone can feel a sense of belonging, respect, and purpose. We offer an excellent working environment and great benefits including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) plan with company matching, paid vacation and personal time off, 13 paid holidays, profit sharing, and many more benefits that can be found on our Sounds True Employee Benefits page! This role is open to fully remote candidates. The compensation range for this position is $150,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year, depending on experience. To learn more about us, visit SoundsTrue.com.