Controller

Global Controller

Pixalate is seeking an experienced and strategic Global Controller to lead our worldwide accounting operations and financial reporting. As a key member of the finance team, the Controller will be responsible for overseeing global financial controls, ensuring compliance with US GAAP and IFRS, and driving process improvements to support Pixalate's growth. The ideal candidate has a strong background in SaaS or digital advertising, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is passionate about scaling financial operations across multiple regions.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of global accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and revenue recognition across multiple entities
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with US GAAP and IFRS
• Lead the month-end and year-end close processes globally, including consolidations, reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statement preparation
• Develop and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with financial policies across all jurisdictions
• Manage global tax compliance strategy and coordinate with regional tax advisors and regulatory agencies
• Work closely with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory agencies across multiple jurisdictions
• Implement and optimize financial systems and automation tools to improve efficiency and scalability
• Partner with FP&A to provide insights into financial performance and business strategy
• Support fundraising, due diligence, and investor reporting efforts
• Mentor and develop accounting team members globally, fostering a culture of continuous improvement
• Collaborate with finance leadership across North America, EMEA, and APAC regions

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• CPA, CA, ACCA, or equivalent professional accounting qualification required
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership roles with global scope
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS, including revenue recognition standards (ASC 606/IFRS 15)
• Experience managing multi-entity consolidations and intercompany transactions
• Experience in SaaS, digital advertising, or technology industries preferred
• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, NetSuite, or similar)
• Previous experience with a Series A/B stage business scaling globally
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities across different time zones and cultures
• Must have some availability during North American business hours
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and manage multiple priorities

Pixalate offers the market-leading fraud protection, privacy, and compliance analytics platform for Connected TV (CTV), Mobile Apps, and Websites.

Our platform has been used to unearth multiple high-profile criminal and illegal surveillance cases, including:

• Gizmodo: An iCloud Feature Is Enabling a $65 Million Scam, New Research Says
• Adweek: A 7-Figure Ad Fraud Scheme Running on Roku Underlines Murkiness of CTV
• Washington Post: Your kids' apps are spying on them
• Pro Publica: Porn, Piracy, Fraud: What Lurks Inside Google's Black Box Ad Empire
• ABC7 News: The State of Children's Privacy Online
• NBC News: How many apps are tracking your children

Our team of lawyers, data scientists, engineers, economists, and researchers spans globally with presence in California, New York, Washington DC, London and Singapore. Our culture values small teams that produce high output. Slack is a way of life and short emails are encouraged. We value a fearless attitude and bold ideas. Chess players do well here. Titles don't mean much - you attain respect by producing results. Everyone's a data addict and analytical thinker who thrives on collaboration.

What We Offer

• Opportunity for Advancement and Professional Development
• Casual, Remote Work Environment
• Monthly Internet Reimbursement
• Flexible Hours
• Fun Annual Team Events
• Being part of a high-performing global team that wants to win and have fun doing it