Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Reporting

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Downstream Systems, Inc. is a leading marketplace platform that's transforming the waste and construction industries from the ground up. We're on a mission to bring simplicity, transparency, and sustainability to two of the most essential—but often overlooked—sectors of our economy.

At Downstream, we make it easy for contractors, builders, and businesses to find and book critical services like dumpster rentals, hauling, and site clean‑up—all in just a few clicks. No more endless calls, confusing pricing, or waiting around. Our platform connects customers with vetted, reliable providers so they can get what they need, when they need it—without the headache.

But we’re not just about convenience—we’re about impact. By streamlining logistics and digitizing the supply chain, we’re helping reduce waste, cut emissions, and build a cleaner, more sustainable future for everyone. Whether you're managing a small job site or a major development project, Downstream is here to help you keep things moving—efficiently, affordably, and responsibly.

Let’s build better, together.

Role Specifics:

Downstream is seeking a Controller to own day‑to‑day accounting operations and ensure accurate, timely, GAAP‑compliant financials as we scale. This role is both strategic and hands‑on, supporting leadership with clean reporting, strong controls, and insights that drive better decisions.

You will be responsible for financial close, multi‑state sales & use tax compliance, budgeting vs. actuals, and building scalable accounting processes for a high‑growth marketplace.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process
• Ensure GAAP‑compliant financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)
• Oversee revenue recognition for a marketplace business model
• Manage accruals, prepaid expenses, and expense classification
• Maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies

• Lead Budget vs. Actual reporting and variance analysis
• Partner with leadership on forecasting and cash‑flow planning
• Prepare management reporting for executives and board meetings
• Support investor and lender reporting as needed
• Own multi‑state sales tax and use tax compliance
• Coordinate nexus determinations, filings, and remittances
• Manage sales‑tax exemptions and documentation
• Work with external advisors and tax software providers as needed

• Oversee Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes
• Manage supplier payouts, accruals, and reconciliation timing
• Ensure accurate treatment of marketplace COGS vs. gross revenue
• Monitor aging schedules and support collections strategy

• Own accounting systems (e.g., Xero)
• Improve close timelines, automation, and documentation
• Partner cross‑functionally with Ops, Sales, and Product
• Support audits, tax filings, and future system upgrades

Qualifications:

Required

• 5–10+ years of accounting experience, including Controller or Senior Accounting Manager roles
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP
• Hands‑on experience with multi‑state sales tax / use tax
• Experience with Budget vs. Actuals and variance analysis
• Strong understanding of accrual accounting
• Experience in high‑growth, multi‑entity, or multi‑state environments

Preferred

• Experience in a marketplace, SaaS, fintech, or transactional platform
• CPA or CPA‑eligible
• Familiarity with construction, logistics, or services‑based businesses

What Success Looks Like

• Timely month‑end close
• Clear visibility into margin, cash flow, and operating performance
• Sales tax compliance across all operating states
• Scalable accounting processes that grow with the business

Role‑Specific Perks

• Be a key finance leader at a fast‑growing marketplace
• High ownership and influence on how the company scales
• Partner closely with executive leadership
• Build systems and processes from the ground up
• Competitive compensation and meaningful equity opportunity

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