Director, Controller

Illumination Systems Arizona

Controller at MinIO overseeing accounting for enterprise AI solutions. Leading financial reporting and compliance, ensuring IPO readiness as the company scales.

Posted 7/6/2026full-timeRedwood Shores • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Execute monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
Partner closely with existing team members to ensure accuracy and alignment of all accounting activities.
Maintain and enhance accounting policies, internal controls, and operational workflows.
Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with US GAAP.
Work closely with FP&A to align accounting outputs with operational forecasting needs.
Coordinate with external auditors on the audit process.
Oversee corporate tax compliance in partnership with external tax advisors.
Provide expertise in complex accounting areas such as revenue recognition, equity accounting, leases, capitalized software, and contract considerations.
Adopt and implement new accounting standards when required.
Ensure policies and reporting structures align with potential IPO readiness requirements.
Build scalable processes, documentation, and systems to support rapid growth.
Help prepare the company for future IPO-level requirements, including SOX readiness and enhanced reporting.
Lead or support system enhancements (ERP, billing, payroll, revenue automation) that improve accuracy and efficiency.
Work closely with Sales, Customer Success, HR, Operations, and other teams to ensure proper accounting treatment across the business.
Provide guidance and insights to leadership to support strategic decisions.
Foster strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Demonstrate leadership traits—such as ownership, accountability, communication, and strategic thinking—to be considered for future team management as the accounting function grows.
Mentor or guide peers informally, helping improve overall team performance regardless of direct managerial authority.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
8–12+ years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting experience, and significant work in SaaS or technology companies.
Experience supporting high-growth SaaS environments.
Deep knowledge of US GAAP and experience applying complex accounting standards.
Ability to operate with a high degree of ownership as an individual contributor.
Demonstrated leadership potential.
Exceptional accuracy, organization, and ability to manage competing priorities.
Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally and collaboratively.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
401K with 3% Contribution
Pre-IPO Stock Options
At least 12 Public Holidays
Flexible Time Off

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Hard Skills & Tools

Accounting PoliciesInternal ControlsOperational WorkflowsRevenue RecognitionEquity AccountingLeasesCapitalized SoftwareContract ConsiderationsSOX ReadinessERP System Enhancements

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationCollaborationOwnershipAccountabilityStrategic Thinking