Shippo

Assistant Controller

Shippo

full-time

Posted on:

Location Type: Remote

Location: Remote • Hawaii, Nevada, New Mexico, Ohio, Oregon, Virginia, West Virginia • 🇺🇸 United States

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Salary

💰 $147,000 - $199,000 per year

Job Level

SeniorLead

Tech Stack

ERP

About the role

  • Lead operational accounting functions including payroll accounting, benefits, 401(k) accounting and administration, equity administration, accounts payable, expense reimbursements, and operating expense accounting
  • Own the month-end close for assigned areas, ensuring accurate, timely, and GAAP-compliant reporting
  • Develop and maintain accounting policies, documentation, reconciliations, and review procedures across operational areas, with a focus on ensuring timely high-risk account reconciliations
  • Coordinate with external tax advisors to support corporate tax compliance and audit inquiries
  • Identify and implement process improvements, automation opportunities, and system enhancements to strengthen accounting workflows
  • Lead and mentor a high-performing operational accounting team, creating clarity around ownership, expectations, and development paths
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with FP&A, Legal, and department leaders to ensure aligned budgeting, spend visibility, and operational accuracy

Requirements

  • 10+ years of progressive accounting experience with increasing leadership responsibilities
  • Strong experience across operational accounting areas (e.g., payroll, benefits, equity, AP and operating expenses, and tax)
  • Deep understanding of U.S. GAAP and operational accounting best practices, CPA strongly preferred
  • Experience using Ramp for AP, expense management, and corporate card administration. Experience using Ramp for procurement management a plus
  • Experience with Netsuite or comparable ERP systems
  • Demonstrated ability to build scalable accounting processes in a high-growth environment
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to partner effectively across teams
  • Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop accounting professionals at multiple levels
  • Nice to have: Experience in SaaS, fintech, or marketplace businesses
  • Nice to have: Experience owning external audits and facilitating tax preparation
  • Nice to have: Familiarity with equity administration platforms and payroll systems
  • Nice to have: Background working in distributed or remote-first teams
Benefits
  • Healthcare coverage for medical, dental, and vision (90% on average covered by the company, incl. dependents). Pets coverage is also available!
  • Take-as-much-as-you-need vacation policy & flexible working
  • Shippo will contribute money into a Health Savings Account (HSA) on your behalf. $500 individually and $1,000 for family.
  • Shippo Pays 100% of the Following Benefits for Employees: Guardian Basic Life and AD&D, Guardian Short Term Disability, Guardian Long Term Disability, Guardian Employee Assistance Program
  • One week-long company wide winter shutdown
  • 3 Volunteer Days Off (VTOs)
  • WFH stipend to set up your home office
  • Charity donation match up to $100
  • Dedicated programs, coaching, tools, and resources for your professional and career growth as well as an individual learning stipend for your personal and focused growth
  • Fun team in person time through our Shippos Everywhere program which includes regular team and company off-sites throughout the year as well as local Shippos gatherings

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard skills
operational accountingpayroll accountingbenefits administration401(k) accountingaccounts payableexpense reimbursementsGAAP complianceaccount reconciliationstax complianceprocess improvements
Soft skills
leadershipmentoringcommunicationcollaborationcoachingdevelopmentcross-functional partnershipclarity in expectationsorganizational skillsproblem-solving
Certifications
CPA