Sr. Accounting Manager, Accounting Operations

About Life360

Life360’s mission is to keep people close to the ones they love. Our category-leading mobile app and Tile tracking devices empower members to protect the people, pets, and things they care about most with a range of services, including location sharing, safe driver reports, and crash detection with emergency dispatch. Life360 serves approximately 91.6 million monthly active users (MAU), as of September 30, 2025, across more than 180 countries.

Life360 delivers peace of mind and enhances everyday family life with seamless coordination for all the moments that matter, big and small. By continuing to innovate and deliver for our customers, we have become a household name and the must-have mobile-based membership for families (and those friends that basically are family).

Life360 has more than 500 (and growing!) remote-first employees. For more information, please visit life360.com.

Life360 is a Remote-First company, which means a remote work environment will be the primary experience for all employees. All positions, unless otherwise specified, can be performed remotely (within the US) regardless of any specified location above.

About the Job

Reporting to the Assistant Controller, the Senior Accounting Manager will lead our accounting operations with a strong focus on financial close excellence and operational efficiency. We’re seeking a hands-on leader with deep accounting operations experience and a proven ability to streamline close cycles and implement meaningful process improvements.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, growing environment, brings best-in-class accounting practices, and enjoys both mentoring a team and tackling complex technical challenges.

The US-based salary range for this position is $131,500 to $194,000. We take into consideration an individual's background and experience in determining final salary - therefore, base pay offered may vary considerably depending on geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package includes a wide range of medical, dental, vision, financial, and other benefits, as well as equity.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee the monthly close process in coordination with Accounting Managers, including review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and SOX control documentation with a focus on accuracy and completeness.

• Oversee general ledger activities, including fixed assets, accruals, prepaid expenses, and intercompany transactions.

• Maintain and enhance accounting policies and internal controls and SOX compliance in accordance with US GAAP and company standards.

• Oversee analysis and investigation into expense trends and variances, providing insight and recommendations to stakeholders

• Support annual audits and quarterly review processes with external auditors.

• Review monthly/quarterly financial statements and trend analysis to ensure that all results are prepared in accordance with US GAAP.

• Partner with various cross-functional departments to understand business initiatives and their accounting implications.

• Identify and implement process improvement activities to accelerate and enhance the company close cycle and transactional processes.

• Drive adoption of automation and AI-enabled solutions to increase efficiency and reduce manual work.

• Provide leadership, coaching and performance management to drive accounting operations team development and engagement; foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration.

• Intellectual curiosity in AI with potential experience in low code agentic models using LLMs

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA (or equivalent) a plus.

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, with a minimum of 3-5 years managing and developing accounting teams.

• Proven track record of leading the financial close process in both private and public company environments.

• Deep knowledge of US GAAP with ability to research, interpret, and apply complex accounting guidance.

• Meticulously organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Independent and flexible problem solver who can cope positively with ambiguity while maintaining accuracy and speed.

• Strong analytical and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross functional stakeholders.

• SaaS and consumer electronics experience preferred.

• Experience with Netsuite required, FloQast preferred, strong proficiency with Excel and G-Suite.

• Comfortable adopting new technologies, including AI-assisted accounting and automation platforms.

Our Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance plans (100% paid for employees)

• 401(k) plan with company matching program

• Mental Wellness Program & Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental well-being

• Flexible PTO, 13 company-wide days off throughout the year

• Winter and Summer Weeklong Synchronized Company Shutdowns

• Learning & Development programs

• Equipment, tools, and reimbursement support for a productive remote environment

• Free Life360 Platinum Membership for your preferred circle

• Free Tile Products

Life360 Values

Our company’s mission-driven culture is guided by our shared values to create a trusted work environment where you can bring your authentic self to work and make a positive difference

• Be a Good Person - We have a team of high integrity people you can trust.

• Be Direct With Respect - We communicate directly, even when it’s hard.

• Members Before Metrics - We focus on building an exceptional experience for families.

• High Intensity, High Impact - We do whatever it takes to get the job done.

Our Commitment to Diversity

We believe that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better results. Together, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees. It fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our customers and the communities we serve. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic best selves to work.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at Life360. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any legally protected status.

We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. We believe that a diversity of perspectives and experiences create a foundation for the best ideas. Come join us in building something meaningful. Even if you don’t meet 100% of the below qualifications, you should still seriously consider applying!

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