Title: Controller

Location: Remote (U.S.)

Reporting Structure: This role reports directly to the Finance Lead

The Company

Our client is a high growth, mission driven Series B startup on track to 4x ARR this year, making this a pivotal moment for the brand.

Why This Role is Exciting

• Strategic accounting leadership: You’ll own the accounting operations, from inventory/fixed asset accounting and AR/AP to payroll and compliance, shaping processes that scale as the company grows.
• High-impact role: You’ll directly influence the company’s financial health and operational efficiency, ensuring accurate reporting and supporting key strategic decisions.
• Professional growth: Gain exposure to multi-state operations, ERP implementation, and strategic finance, with the opportunity to work closely with leadership and investor stakeholders.
• Dynamic, entrepreneurial environment: Our client is fast moving and mission driven; you’ll have the chance to balance rigor with practical problem-solving, driving both operational efficiency and strategic insight.

Responsibilities

As the Controller, you will manage the full spectrum of accounting operations and ensure financial processes are scalable, compliant, and efficient:

• Accounting Operations & Reporting
• Own month-end and year-end close processes.
• Manage AR/AP (invoicing, collections, vendor payments), payroll, tax, fixed assets, inventory, and revenue recognition.
• Own multi-state tax compliance, including sales/use tax, personal property, and other hardware related filings.
• Handle payroll processing, compliance, and 1099 filings across multiple states.
• Partner with external tax accountants for year-end corporate returns, R&D tax credits, and related compliance.
• Financial Policies & Controls
• Develop and enforce accounting policies, internal controls, and close processes.
• Lead insurance and risk management activities, including renewals and broker coordination.
• Manage equity administration in partnership with Legal/HR (stock option tracking, 409A, ASC 718 stock comp accounting).
• Systems & Process Optimization
• Own ERP system migrations and scaling (QuickBooks → NetSuite/Sage).
• Implement process creation and automation to increase efficiency.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting for management and board, partnering with FP&A as needed.
• Compliance & Strategic Support
• Maintain compliance with state/local regulations, annual reports, and business licenses.
• Support lender diligence, investor reporting, and audit preparation.
• Translate complex accounting and tax matters into clear business insights for leadership.

Is This You?

• 5–10 years of accounting experience ideally in hardware, manufacturing, or hardware as a service companies
• Experience building an accounting function and defining core processes without a set roadmap
• Strong knowledge of inventory management, cost accounting, fixed asset capitalization/depreciation, and multi-state tax compliance
• Proven experience with ERP systems and accounting software; QuickBooks, NetSuite, Sage, and cloud payroll systems preferred
• Advanced Excel/Google Sheets skills; comfortable with automation tools and workflows
• Skilled at balancing risk while ensuring accurate financial reporting
• Excellent communication skills with internal teams and external stakeholders
• Adaptable, proactive, and able to anticipate business needs
• Familiarity with external reporting and board-level communications
• Previous experience building or scaling accounting teams and processes
• Collaborative mindset, eager to support operational and strategic growth
• CPA required and audit/assurance background preferred

Benefits

• Competitive salary and equity in a fast-growing startup
• Healthcare and 401(k)
• Professional growth opportunities in a high-impact role