Controller

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Controller to lead and manage our accounting operations. You will own and oversee all core accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, treasury, fixed assets, and deal level economics. You will lead a timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual close, ensuring GAAP-compliant financial statements. You will manage and review work performed by outsourced accounting resources, ensuring quality, timeliness, and adherence to internal standards. You will design, implement, and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls appropriate for supporting our next phase of growth. You will collaborate closely with executive leadership to support both operational decision-making and long-term financial planning.

Responsibilities

• Own and oversee all core accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, treasury, fixed assets, and deal level economics.
• Lead a timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual close, ensuring GAAP-compliant financial statements.
• Manage and review work performed by outsourced accounting resources, ensuring quality, timeliness, and adherence to internal standards.
• Design, implement, and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls appropriate for supporting our next phase of growth.
• Collaborate closely with executive leadership to support both operational decision-making and long-term financial planning.
• Lead the Accounting team, oversee outsourced accounting resources, establish scalable accounting infrastructure, strengthen governance, and ensure financial rigor across a fast-moving, marketplace organization.

Qualifications

• Active CPA and Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (or equivalent)
• 10+ years of experience in accounting or controllership, including 5+ years of Big 4 experience
• Has led an accounting team of 5 or more
• Experience in audit readiness and leading PCAOB audit standards
• Solid understanding of payroll, treasury, bank reconciliations, and internal controls
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence decision-making at all levels of the organization
• Prominent leadership skills, with experience managing and developing high-performing teams
• Demonstrated ability to excel in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, with the flexibility to adapt to evolving business demands

Pay

Our total compensation for this position can range from $200-250k base salary + bonus + equity. The actual amounts may vary based on factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities related to the position.

Schedule

This position will work onsite in our Los Angeles (mid-city) office.