Corporate Controller

Mudflap serves the $800B trucking industry, the backbone of the U.S. economy. Our market-leading payment products help truckers save thousands of dollars on fuel (their #1 business expense) while providing our fuel stop partners with access to new, hard-to-reach customers. We’re a fast-growing marketplace business looking for a new customer-obsessed teammate to join us on this exciting journey. As Corporate Controller, you will report to the CFO and lead Mudflap’s accounting organization. You’ll oversee a high-performing team and be responsible for building a best-in-class accounting function that scales with our growth. This is a strategic and operational leadership role, requiring deep expertise in public company readiness, technical accounting, and global financial operations. You’ll play a critical role in ensuring financial integrity, driving operational excellence, and preparing Mudflap for its next stage of growth. This role involves a hybrid work approach, balancing in-office collaboration with the ability to work remotely. Expectations (In this role, you will): Lead and scale the global accounting function, overseeing all core areas including general ledger, financial reporting, AP/AR, payroll, and tax. Manage and develop a team of accounting leaders and professionals, fostering a high-performance, accountable, and growth-oriented culture. Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely, accurate, and audit-ready financial statements. Establish and enhance internal controls, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with GAAP and readiness for public company standards (SOX, SEC reporting). Serve as a key partner in public company readiness efforts, including systems, controls, reporting, and audit infrastructure. Oversee external audits, tax compliance, and relationships with auditors, advisors, and regulatory bodies. Provide technical accounting leadership on complex areas (e.g., revenue recognition, financial instruments, equity, international operations). Drive global accounting operations as the company expands internationally, including multi-entity and multi-currency environments. Partner cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, RevOps, and Product to improve financial processes, systems, and reporting capabilities. Support strategic decision-making by providing insights on accounting implications, risks, and opportunities. Evaluate and implement systems and automation to improve efficiency, scalability, and data integrity (e.g., NetSuite and adjacent tools). Experience (What we look for): 15+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership roles in high-growth companies. Proven experience as a Corporate Controller, VP of Accounting, or Head of Accounting, with responsibility for leading and scaling teams. Strong experience with public companies and/or IPO readiness, including SOX compliance and external reporting. Background in global accounting operations, including managing international entities and distributed teams. CPA required; Big 4 or top-tier public accounting experience strongly preferred. Deep expertise in GAAP, technical accounting, and internal controls. Experience with modern accounting systems (e.g., NetSuite) and building scalable financial infrastructure. Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence executives and cross-functional stakeholders. Hands-on, detail-oriented mindset paired with strategic thinking and the ability to operate at both altitude and depth. Experience in fintech, payments, or marketplace businesses is a plus. If you’re passionate about building and leading a world‑class accounting organization and want to have a meaningful impact in a fast‑moving, mission‑driven company, we’d love to hear from you. Perks and Benefits (What we offer): A committed team on a mission to change a massive industry for the better A high bar for quality and commitment to self‑improvement An open mind to new ideas and methodologies Competitive salary and benefit options Opportunities and support for major career growth The base salary range for this role is $250,000 - $280,000. This information reflects a base salary range for this position based on current market data, which may be subject to change as new market data becomes available. The candidate's skills, experience, and other relevant factors will determine the exact compensation. This position may also be eligible for additional incentives such as equity awards or short‑term incentives. Our benefits include medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, WFH stipend, and PTO. Company Overview (Who we are): Mudflap is on a mission to transform the trucking and logistics industry by leveling the playing field for owner operators and small fleets. Backed by top‑tier venture investors, including QED, Matrix Partners, Commerce Ventures, NFX, and 500 Startups and included in the Forbes Fintech 50 list, Mudflap offers fleet fuel management solutions. Here are the core values that we believe in and look for in new teammates: Be Customer Obsessed: We deeply understand customer needs and put our customers at the center of everything we do Make it Count: Act like an owner by focusing on the impact of your work #J-18808-Ljbffr jobr.pro