Controller

Corporate Controller (Technology)

About the Role

We are seeking a highly technical and strategic Accounting Controller to lead corporate accounting, technical accounting, and financial reporting activities. This role is responsible for ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements while supporting the integrity, accuracy, and transparency of financial reporting and accounting operations. The ideal candidate brings deep technical accounting expertise, strong leadership capabilities, and a background in public accounting and the technology sector.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Lead the preparation, review, and delivery of external and internal financial reporting, including SEC filings, board materials, and investor presentations.
• Ensure compliance with SEC regulations, U.S. GAAP, and all applicable reporting deadlines.
• Serve as the subject matter expert on complex accounting matters, including:
  • Revenue recognition (ASC 606)
  • Lease accounting (ASC 842)
  • Stock-based compensation
  • Debt and equity instruments
  • Financing arrangements and other technical accounting issues
• Research, document, and communicate accounting conclusions through technical accounting memoranda.
• Develop, maintain, and update corporate accounting policies and procedures.
• Act as the primary liaison with external auditors, managing quarterly reviews, annual audits, and audit-related requests.

Leadership & Cross-Functional Partnership

• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing accounting and finance team.
• Foster a culture of accountability, technical excellence, continuous improvement, and innovation.
• Partner closely with legal, operations, engineering, and executive leadership teams to assess accounting implications of business initiatives, contracts, and strategic decisions.
• Drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and enhancements to financial reporting controls and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• CPA license required.
• 15+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• 10+ years of experience with a Big Four public accounting firm required.
• Significant experience within the technology sector; experience supporting high-growth or infrastructure-focused organizations is highly preferred.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and technical accounting research.
• Proven track record of managing audits, financial reporting processes, and accounting policy development.
• Strong leadership experience, including building and developing high-performing teams.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate complex accounting guidance into practical business recommendations.
• Demonstrated success leading organizations through change, process improvement, and operational transformation.

Preferred Attributes

• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and compliance.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Collaborative leader who effectively partners across multiple functions and levels of the organization.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced accounting leader to shape financial reporting excellence, strengthen technical accounting capabilities, and contribute to the growth and success of a dynamic organization.

Hourly Pay : $120-$160 (hourly) depending on experience.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.