Assistant Controller

Overview

A leading financial technology organization is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to lead global accounting operations, enhance internal controls, and scale processes to support rapid growth. This role involves overseeing core accounting functions, driving operational excellence, and collaborating cross-functionally to support strategic decision-making and readiness for public company requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop teams of 10+ professionals across general ledger accounting, accounts payable and travel & expense, international accounting, treasury, and finance systems.
• Manage a timely, accurate, and efficient month-end close process.
• Maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies.
• Streamline accounting processes and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, including complex areas such as accruals, leases, and investments.
• Mentor, coach, and grow a high-performing accounting team, fostering collaboration, ownership, and accountability.
• Recruit, onboard, and develop talent to meet evolving business needs.
• Own the finance systems roadmap; evaluate, implement, and optimize systems to drive automation and efficiency.
• Partner closely with Corporate Finance, Strategic Finance, Legal, Engineering, and other teams to support strategic initiatives, operational scaling, and provide high-quality financial insights.
• Provide accounting guidance to business partners to inform decision-making.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation required.
• Over 10 years of progressive experience in accounting/finance, including at least 5 years in leadership roles at a publicly traded technology company.
• Deep expertise in U.S. GAAP, including consolidations, leases (ASC 842), fair value investments, accruals, and foreign currency accounting.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, preferably NetSuite, and experience with complementary finance tools such as Numeric, Zip, treasury platforms, and AI-driven process tools.
• Hands-on, detail-oriented approach with the ability to operate independently when needed.
• Proven track record of driving change, improving processes, implementing systems, and scaling operations.
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, ambiguous environments with a growth mindset.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, capable of collaborating with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $172,800 to $292,800 annually.

Location

The organization is headquartered in San Francisco with additional offices in New York, Washington D.C., London, and Amsterdam. The role may involve collaboration across these locations.