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Controller- Fintech Startup

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Palo Alto, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$180,000–$250,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Policies, Accounting Software, Auditing, Automation, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow, Cash Management, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Cryptography, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Finance, Financial Control, Financial Statements, Funding, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Leadership, Legal, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, NetSuite, Operating Systems, Policy Implementation, Profit & Loss Statements, Reconciliation, Regulatory Reports, Request for Proposals (RFP), Revenue Recognition, Sales, Software Sales, Software as a Service (SaaS), Startup, Systems Administration/Management, Tax Regulations, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Accounting, Technical Leadership, Value-Added Tax (VAT), eCommerce
LOCATION
Palo Alto, CA
POSTED
Today
Urgently hiring Controller for Hybrid role in Palo Alto with Fintech Startup!

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Doug Goldman
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" buttonand sending us your resume.
Salary: $180,000 - $250,000 per year

A bit about us:

Our client is a high-growth, Series C technology company valued at over $1.6 billion, having raised $200M+ in funding. They are building the operating system for internet commerce — powering a new generation of creators, solopreneurs, and digital businesses with tools to sell products, software, memberships, and services at scale. Think SaaS, fintech, and marketplace all rolled into one.

Why join us?

This is a rare opportunity to join a category-defining company at a pivotal moment in its growth. As Director of Accounting you won't be inheriting someone else's system — you'll be building it. You'll have direct access to senior leadership, real ownership over the accounting function, and the chance to scale something meaningful from the ground up.
If you're the type of person who gets energized by designing processes, solving complex technical accounting challenges, and building high-performing teams in a fast-paced environment — this role was built for you. Competitive compensation ranging from $180,000 to $230,000 annually plus equity in a company that is redefining how people earn income online.

Job Details

Our client is seeking a Controller to own and build the company's accounting function end to end. This is a hands-on leadership role reporting to the Corporate Controller and partnering closely with the VP of Finance.

You will be responsible for:
  • Designing and implementing formal accounting policies, internal controls, and month-end/year-end close processes
  • Overseeing all GL accounting, revenue recognition, cost of sales, payroll, and accruals
  • Managing cash, crypto, and digital asset reconciliations
  • Preparing and owning financial statements — P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow
  • Ensuring GAAP compliance and managing technical accounting questions including revenue recognition, equity, and leases
  • Leading ERP and accounting system upgrades and automation initiatives
  • Setting up and managing foreign entities including statutory reporting, VAT registration, intercompany accounting, and FX
  • Managing the full audit relationship including RFP, firm selection, and day-to-day audit coordination
  • Building, mentoring, and scaling the internal accounting team
  • Liaising with external tax advisors for compliance filings

Requirements:
  • 10+ years of progressive accounting experience
  • Strong US GAAP background — SaaS, marketplace, or fintech experience strongly preferred
  • CPA license or Big 4 background strongly preferred
  • Hands-on experience with NetSuite, FloQast, Ramp, or similar systems
  • Proven ability to build and scale teams and processes in a startup environment
  • Experience with ERP implementation a strong plus
  • Exposure to payments, fintech, or digital assets a plus

Compensation: $180,000 — $230,000 base salary plus equity
Location: Palo Alto, CA (hybrid 3 days per week in office)

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About the Company

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COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2018
WEBSITE
http://www.jobot.com

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