
Assistant Controller
CertifyOS
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: India
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Tech Stack
About the role
- Build and Lead the Internal Accounting Engine
- Insourcing & Strategy: Lead the full migration of accounting data and processes from our external vendors to our internal systems.
- Team Leadership: Mentor, and manage a team of direct reports to handle day-to-day operations.
- The Close: Establish and own a "Fast Close" process (target: 5 business days) that provides leadership with timely visibility into performance.
- Automation First: Build systems, tools and implement automation first tools to drive scale.
- Scalable Systems and Internal Controls
- GL System: Ownership of a scalable GL system. Either enhancing our current setup or implementing a new tool for rapid scale.
- AR/AP Systems: Evaluate and own AR/AP tech stack. Enhance current tech set up or evaluate systems to better help us scale.
- Compliance Framework: Design and implement robust internal controls and SOPs to ensure audit readiness and prevent leakage.
- SaaS Specifics: Manage complex revenue recognition (SaaS, Usage based, Hybrid, ROI based models).
- Treasury and Global Tax Management
- Cash Oversight: Manage local and international cash flow, ensuring optimized working capital as we scale.
- Tax Compliance: Ensure 100% compliance with Indian GST, TDS, and Corporate Tax laws, while coordinating with US/Global entities.
- Audit Management: Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors, ensuring clean, efficient annual audits.
Requirements
- The Credentials: Chartered Accountant (CA) or CPA with 8–12 years of progressive accounting experience.
- The "Build" Mindset: Experience transitioning from an outsourced accounting model to an internal team.
- Systems Mastery: Advanced experience with cloud-based ERPs (QBO, NetSuite, Intacct, or SAP) and automation tools (Ramp, Chargebee, AI native tools).
- Global Coordination: Experience working for an Indian subsidiary of a US-headquartered company, with a strong grasp of US GAAP and IFRS.
- Preferred Experience
- HealthTech/SaaS Vertical: Deep understanding of recurring revenue accounting (ASC 606) and the specific cost-of-goods-sold (COGS) structures in health technology.
- Audit Firm Background: Early career experience at a "Big 4" accounting firm (EY, Deloitte, KPMG, PwC) is highly desirable.
- Startup Scaling: Proven track record of working in a high-growth startup environment (Series A to C), specifically taking a company through the growth phase.
Benefits
- At Certify, we're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported
- As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity and warmly invite applicants from all backgrounds to join our vibrant community.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
accountingfinancial reportingrevenue recognitioninternal controlsaudit managementcash flow managementtax complianceSaaS accountingautomationGL system management
Soft Skills
team leadershipmentoringstrategic thinkingcommunicationproblem-solvingorganizational skillscollaborationadaptabilityproject managementstakeholder management
Certifications
Chartered Accountant (CA)Certified Public Accountant (CPA)