Corporate Controller Startup

Corporate Controller — High-Growth Startup

We’re partnering with a fast-growing, venture-backed startup to hire a Corporate Controller to build and scale the accounting foundation for a modern, platform-driven business during a pivotal growth phase.

This is a true builder role for someone who combines public accounting rigor with the judgment and creativity needed to design modern, scalable systems in a high-growth environment.

• Own the accounting function end-to-end: GL, AR/AP, payroll, revenue recognition, and financial statements
• Build and implement scalable systems as the company transitions from outsourced bookkeeping to in-house (ERP, billing, expenses, reporting)
• Own month-end close and deliver timely, audit-ready financials
• Leverage automation and AI-enabled workflows to improve speed, accuracy, and insight
• Partner with leadership on KPIs, budgeting, forecasting, and investor materials
• Manage audits, tax coordination, and compliance

• 6–10+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Background in public accounting (Big 4 or national firm preferred)
• Experience in high-growth, venture-backed companies
• Deep knowledge of US GAAP and ASC 606
• Familiarity with SaaS and/or marketplace business models
• Systems-oriented mindset with interest in automation and AI
• High ownership, strong judgment, and comfort working closely with leadership

• End-to-end ownership with real influence
• Meaningful equity with genuine upside
• Direct exposure to leadership and strategic decision-making
• Opportunity to shape the accounting function as the company scales beyond 8-figure ARR

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Accounting/Auditing

• Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals