Assistant Controller

Overview

An established global digital commerce company is seeking an experienced accounting leader to serve as Assistant Controller. This role will oversee core accounting operations including monthly close, consolidation, and financial reporting, while playing a key role in modernizing accounting systems and processes. The Assistant Controller will lead a small accounting team and collaborate closely with Finance, FP&A, Tax, Operations, and other business units.

Responsibilities

Accounting Operations & Financial Reporting

• Lead day-to-day accounting operations and manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, including account reconciliations, rollforwards, journal entries, accruals, reserves, and reviews.
• Establish and continuously improve close processes, including calendars, checklists, schedules, and reporting packages.
• Prepare and review consolidated financial statements and related reports.
• Analyze significant fluctuations and variances, partnering with FP&A and business stakeholders to understand business drivers.

Technical Accounting, Audit & Compliance

• Research, assess, and document technical accounting issues; support accounting for complex and non-routine transactions such as equity-based compensation, acquisitions, and ASC 606.
• Lead and coordinate statutory and annual financial audits, working with external auditors and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain and strengthen accounting policies, processes, and internal controls.
• Ensure consistent application of accounting policies in accordance with GAAP and investor reporting requirements.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Play a key role in ERP implementation, including General Ledger design, accounting requirements, testing, and rollout.
• Identify opportunities to automate and streamline accounting processes to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
• Document key accounting processes and controls and establish sustainable operating practices.

Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Partnership

• Lead, manage, and develop Senior Accountants and mentor other accounting team members through clear priorities, coaching, and professional development.
• Build strong relationships with Finance, FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Operations, and other cross-functional partners.
• Serve as accounting liaison with Operations and Treasury stakeholders, including oversight of cash accounts and international holdings.
• Partner with Controller and CFO on financial analysis, special projects, and strategic initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including general accounting and financial reporting.
• Public accounting experience preferred, with transition into corporate accounting environment.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge including GAAP, consolidation, and complex accounting matters.
• Experience leading or significantly contributing to ERP implementations, accounting systems, or process improvement initiatives.
• Proven people leadership skills with experience managing, coaching, and developing accounting professionals.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail and understanding of broader business context.
• Highly organized with ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain accuracy, and meet deadlines.
• Collaborative and comfortable working across functions and organizational levels.
• Experience in multinational or global organizations strongly preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated base salary range: $150,000 - $171,000 USD.
• Eligibility for corporate bonus plan.
• Comprehensive benefits package provided.

Location

• Headquarters in Santa Barbara with offices globally.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The employer is an equal opportunity/affirmative action organization. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected classifications under applicable law.

Additional Information

Artificial intelligence or automated tools may be used during portions of the recruitment process to assist with operational and administrative activities. These tools support efficiency and consistency but do not solely determine hiring outcomes. All employment decisions are made by qualified human reviewers.