Assistant Controller

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Assistant Controller leading month-end close processes and supporting financial reporting in an AI company. Overseeing audit activities and collaborating on financial accuracy across teams.

Posted 7/16/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $200,000 - $310,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading month-end close processes, managing audits, and implementing accounting policies while leveraging technology to enhance financial accuracy. Proven ability to collaborate across departments and provide strategic financial insights in fast-paced, high-growth environments.

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Month-End Close Process ManagementGAAP Principles ExpertiseAudit Relationship ManagementFinancial Systems ProficiencyProcess Improvement Methodologies

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Hard Skills

Financial ReportingGeneral Ledger OperationsAccount ReconciliationFinancial Statement PreparationAccounting Policies Implementation

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsProblem-SolvingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Netsuite

Industry Keywords

Internal ControlsFinancial InsightsStrategic Decision-MakingTechnology Companies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and own the complete month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting across all entities.
Oversee all audit activities, partnering with external auditors and managing internal control documentation.
Collaborate on special projects including system implementations, process improvements, and acquisition integration efforts.
Direct general ledger operations, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
Implement and maintain robust accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure financial accuracy and support business growth.
Leverage technology solutions to enhance accounting efficiency and accuracy.
Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Have 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with prior leadership in fast-paced environments.
Possess strong technical accounting skills and deep understanding of GAAP principles.
Have direct experience owning month-end close processes and managing audit relationships.
Demonstrate excellence in problem-solving and process improvement methodologies.
Show proficiency with financial systems (Netsuite preferred, but not required).
Exhibit strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments.
Thrive in high-growth, dynamic environments with evolving priorities.
Have experience building scalable accounting processes in technology companies.

Benefits

Comp & perks

A weekly lunch stipend of $75/£75 or equivalent in your local currency for lunch.
Full health and dental benefits, including a separate budget for mental health.
RRSP matching, 401K, Pension Scheme.
100% Parental Leave top-up for up to 6 months, for either parent.
Annual enrichment benefits:
Arts & culture, fitness/wellness, quality time, and a workspace improvement credit.
Education & learning stipend for conferences, courses, and coaching.
6 weeks of paid vacation (30 working days!)
Budget for traveling to other offices if you are remote, plus an annual company offsite.