Controller

Why ClearStar Needs You:

ClearStar is seeking a hands-on Controller who will own accounting execution while driving meaningful transformation across the Finance function.

What You'll Do:

• Own and execute monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
• Maintain general ledger integrity, reconciliations, and accurate financial reporting
• Improve close efficiency by reducing manual work and streamlining processes
• Build and strengthen internal controls and maintain audit readiness
• Lead external audits and ensure documentation and processes are audit quality
• Identify and implement automation opportunities across accounting workflows
• Leverage AI and systems tools to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability
• Partner cross-functionally to streamline workflows and eliminate redundant processes
• Track and report operational improvements and efficiency gains
• Manage cash flow visibility, liquidity planning, and banking relationships
• Drive disciplined working capital management
• Own federal, state, and local tax filings and manage external tax advisors
• Support practical and efficient tax strategies and compliance processes
• Own NetSuite structure, integrity, reporting outputs, and system integrations
• Ensure clean, reliable, and actionable financial data across systems
• Lead and develop a small accounting team with clear expectations and accountability
• Drive execution, continuous improvement, and operational discipline across the Finance function

What You'll Need:

• 7–10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including Controller-level responsibility
• Strong GAAP knowledge with proven close and audit experience
• Tax experience across multiple jurisdictions (federal, state, and local)
• Demonstrated ability to improve processes and drive operational efficiency
• Comfort operating in lean, fast-moving, and evolving environments
• IFRS awareness and/or experience
• Strong collaboration skills; comfortable partnering across sales, marketing, product, engineering, and finance

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPA qualification preferred, but not required
• Experience with SOC2, FCRA, and ASC 606 preferred, but not required
• NetSuite experience strongly preferred

Who You Are:

You are a hands-on, high accountability accounting leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You bring a strong operational mindset, communicate clearly and directly, and continuously look for ways to improve efficiency, strengthen processes, and scale systems. You are comfortable driving change, challenging the status quo, and owning outcomes from start to finish.

Compensation & Benefits:

• The base salary range for this position is $165,000 – $180,000 annually, depending on experience, skills, and qualifications.
• This role is also eligible for performance-based incentive compensation.
• ClearStar is committed to pay equity and transparency. Actual compensation will be determined based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications in relation to the requirements of the role.