Director of Accounting

Ember Search has been retained on a Director of Accounting search for a Series B, AI-powered risk management platform for modern businesses. Backed by Sequoia and Khosla Ventures, the company serves 1,000+ businesses and is on track for approximately $25M in ARR this year, with plans to more than double in 2027.The company pairs a proprietary AI platform with an in-house team of risk advisors, claims experts and attorneys, and charges clients a transparent flat fee instead of commissions. Placing a client’s coverage is the entry point, and from there the platform expands into broader risk management, with customers already asking the company to build custom risk tools for their businesses. It is now expanding into new industries, new offices and new lines of business, including health and benefits and its own premium finance business.

This is a hands-on build role at a company where the accounting system directly enables its next major revenue line.

Why This RoleThis is a rare chance to be the first accounting hire at a top-tier VC-backed risk tech company and build the function exactly the way it should be built, with no legacy system to inherit. The accounting foundation you build will make possible the company’s move into premium finance, making this role a direct contributor to a new revenue line rather than a back-office function. You will report directly to the Head of Finance, with real influence from day one and a clear path to build and lead an accounting team or move into FP&A and strategic finance as the company grows. Equal Opportunity Statement Ember Search and our client are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to building diverse and inclusive teams and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other protected status.