Minority Investment Finance Analyst & Technical Accountant

Position Summary:

The Minority Investment Finance Analyst and Technical Accountant will be responsible for completing financial modeling, dashboards, accounting, reporting and other activities related to Alarm.com’s global corporate development initiatives relating to its investments in unconsolidated entities (i.e., minority investments).  Through the design and development of financial models, as well as managing the ongoing periodic accounting workflows, this role will identify trends in the businesses of Alarm.com’s investees and provide actionable insights and recommendations. 

This position will interact with the Chief Financial Officers of Alarm.com’s investees as well as a variety of internal teams at Alarm.com, including financial planning and analysis, corporate development, technical accounting, internal audit and general ledger.

The Minority Investment Finance Analyst and Technical Accountant will also be responsible for obtaining the financial statements and other financial information from the investees and completing the quarterly accounting procedures for Alarm.com’s investment portfolio, including any adjustments related to intra-entity profit eliminations and Alarm.com’s share of the investees’ profits and losses in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (“GAAP”)  for any equity method investments.  This position will prepare technical accounting memos relating to Alarm.com’s minority investments and also ensure all disclosure requirements are met through the preparation of various significance tests.

This position will also be responsible for executing various controls involving the investment portfolio, gathering support for the external auditors and answering questions during the quarterly reviews and year-end audits. 

The Minority Investment Finance Analyst and Technical Accountant will also be responsible for assisting with due diligence for investments and acquisitions and coordinating with third party valuation experts, as well as assisting in the review of revenue recognition policies of such investment and acquisition targets.

The ideal candidate for this position will exhibit an in-depth knowledge of financial modeling and business development with a general understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (“GAAP”), with a heightened focus on accounting for various types of investments and revenue recognition policies.  This individual should also have experience interacting with company executives; strong project management, time management and organizational skills; strong analytical skills; a strong work ethic; and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Other duties as assigned. 

The position will be located at Alarm.com’s headquarters in Tysons, Virginia and will report to the Vice President of Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting.  Periodic travel to the locations of minority investees may be encouraged.

Position Requirements

Formal Education:             

• B.A. in Finance or Accounting

Experience:

• 5+ years of business or financial analysis experience
• Experience interacting with company executives
• Big Four accounting experience and/or an active CPA or CFA license a plus

Skills:

• Excellent valuation, modelling, presentation and analytical skills
• Strong knowledge of finance, economics and general business
• Well-developed interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills
• Strong project management, time management and organizational skills
• General knowledge of GAAP guidelines, especially regarding the accounting requirements for all types of investments as well as revenue recognition guidance
• Ability to make critical decisions independently with minimum direction
• A can-do attitude and utility player mindset, willing to help the team however needed

Performance Objectives:

• Prepare financial modeling on Alarm.com’s investees to gain insight into their businesses and formulate actionable insights
• Monitor and properly account for all of Alarm.com’s investments
• Ensure appropriate accounting for each investment in the portfolio
• Meet monthly, quarterly and yearly review and audit requirements

WHY WORK FOR ALARM.COM?

• Collaborate with outstanding people: We hire only the best. Our standards are high and our employees enjoy working alongside other high achievers.
• Make an immediate impact: New employees can expect to be given real responsibility for bringing new technologies to the marketplace. You are empowered to perform as soon as you join the Alarm.com team!
• Gain well rounded experience: Alarm.com offers a diverse and dynamic environment where you will get the chance to work directly with executives and develop expertise across multiple areas of the business.
• Focus on fun: Alarm.com places high value on our team culture. We even have a committee dedicated to hosting a stand-out holiday party, happy hours, and other fun corporate events.
• Alarm.com values working together and collaborating in person.  Our employees work from the office 4 days a week.

COMPANY INFO

Alarm.com is the leading cloud-based platform for smart security and the Internet of Things. More than 7.6 million home and business owners depend on our solutions every day to make their properties safer, smarter, and more efficient. And every day, we’re innovating new technologies in rapidly evolving spaces including AI, video analytics, facial recognition, machine learning, energy analytics, and more.  We’re seeking those who are passionate about creating change through technology and who want to make a lasting impact on the world around them. 

For more information, please visit www.alarm.com.

COMPANY BENEFITS

Alarm.com offers competitive pay and benefits inclusive of subsidized medical plan options, an HSA with generous company contribution, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid holidays, wellness time, and vacation increasing with tenure. Paid maternity and bonding leave, company-paid disability and life insurance, FSAs, well-being resources and activities, and a casual dress work environment are also part of our outstanding total rewards package!

Alarm.com is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Notice To Third Party Agencies:
Alarm.com understands the value of professional recruiting services.  However, we are not accepting resumes from recruiters or employment agencies for this position. In the event we receive a resume or candidate referral for this position from a third-party recruiter or agency without a previously signed agreement, we reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to you. If you are interested in working with Alarm.com, please email your company information and standard agreement to [email protected].