Remote Assistant Controller — Scale, AI & Compliance

About Us Dutch Vet is transforming veterinary care by making expert treatment accessible anytime, anywhere. Our mission is simple: help every pet live their happiest, healthiest life by connecting pet parents with licensed vets through seamless virtual visits. We’re the only veterinary telemedicine service that can diagnose, prescribe, and ship medications directly to customers in most states. For less than $100 per year, Dutch offers real relief and convenience for pets and their families. As one customer put it: “Dutch was the only site that would diagnose and prescribe meds as well as ship the meds.” Here’s what other customers have said about Dutch Vet:

• The easiest vet visit you'll ever have.”
• More thorough than my in-person vet.”
• No nonsense, quick, easy and friendly veterinarian. Much cheaper than our regular local vet that couldn’t get us in. So glad I found Dutch!"

Backed by world-class investors including Forerunner Ventures, Eclipse Ventures, and Bling Capital, our team is made-up of successful startup founders (Hims, PlushCare, Nasty Gal) with expertise in scaling enterprises (TripAdvisor, Walmart, BARK). Featured in TechCrunch, Forbes, Wired, and Axios, Dutch is setting the standard for quality, accessibility, and compassion in pet care. Role Overview We are seeking an Assistant Controller to build and scale the accounting function through a period of rapid growth. This leader will report to the Chief Financial Officer and own core accounting operations, financial reporting, audit readiness, and process transformation as the company scales from sub-$100M revenue to well beyond $1bn ARR. The ideal candidate combines strong technical accounting expertise with hands-on operational leadership, systems implementation experience, and a passion for leveraging AI and automation to drive efficiency. This role will partner closely with Finance, Marketing, Operations, FP&A, Legal, and external auditors to establish a scalable, best-in-class accounting organization capable of supporting a high-growth consumer subscription business. WHAT YOU'LL DO: Scale the Accounting Function: Own the month-end close, financial reporting, accounting operations, and internal controls while building scalable processes that support growth from $1bn in revenue. Lead Subscription Revenue Accounting: Oversee accounting for a consumer subscription business, ensuring accurate revenue recognition, compliance with ASC 606, and partnership with cross-functional teams on new products and offerings. Drive Systems, Automation & AI: Lead accounting systems implementations and process transformation initiatives, leveraging automation and AI to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability. Own Audit & Compliance: Lead the company’s external audit process, strengthen controls and documentation, and ensure compliance with GAAP and other regulatory requirements. Develop & Lead the Team: Build, mentor, and manage a high-performing accounting organization, including offshore resources, while establishing clear accountability and operating rhythms. Partner with Leadership: Collaborate with Finance and executive teams on strategic initiatives, business planning, fundraising, and operational decision-making. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR: 8+ years of progressive accounting experience , including leadership roles in high-growth environments. Experience helping scale a company from less than $100M revenue to greater than $200M revenue . Significant experience in a consumer subscription business with recurring revenue models. Proven track record leading accounting systems implementations (ERP, revenue, close, AP automation, or related platforms). Experience identifying and deploying AI and automation solutions to improve accounting efficiency, productivity, and accuracy. Experience leading a company’s first external audit and building audit-ready processes and controls. Demonstrated success managing offshore accounting teams and distributed operations. Strong understanding of US GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. A passion for pets! Nice to Haves CPA certification. Experience in venture-backed, high-growth technology or consumer businesses. Experience with modern cloud ERP platforms. Experience building accounting processes in advance of IPO readiness, SOX compliance, or public company requirements. Strong analytical and business partnering capabilities. WHY WORK FOR DUTCH: Competitive compensation between $150,000 - $175,000 Health, dental, and vision insurance Flexible PTO Remote role with quarterly visits to SF HQ and other meetings as necessary 401k plan Robust holiday schedule Growth opportunities! DUTCH'S GUIDING PRINCIPLES Pets First – Business and medical decisions are always guided by the pet’s best interest. Agile Like a Cat – We move quickly with thoughtfulness and precision. Creativity is our Catnip – We push boundaries and make complex topics easier to understand. Be the Human Your Dog Thinks You Are – Lead with kindness, clarity, and care. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dutch Pet, Inc.