Jobs · Accounting · California

Corporate Controller

Saildrone · Alameda, CA · 1 wk ago
Accounting$201k–$267k/yrFull-time

Responsibilities

  • Own the month-end and quarter-end close to deliver timely, accurate financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
  • Be accountable for the general ledger, chart of accounts, internal controls, and payroll operations.
  • Lead annual financial audits, tax filings, and regulatory compliance. Support DCAA/DCMA reviews, ensuring defense-related accounting practices meet FAR/CAS standards.
  • Partner with Manufacturing and Supply Chain to ensure accurate accounting for WIP, CapEx, overhead allocation, and production scaling.
  • Oversee complex technical accounting arrangements, including multi-element SaaS and hardware contracts (ASC 606).
  • Improve ERP/MRP workflows (e.g., NetSuite), driving automation to eliminate manual reporting and support multi-site operations.
  • Identify risks and inefficiencies in financial processes, take corrective action, and translate complex data into actionable insights for leadership.

Qualifications

  • Active CPA required (Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred).
  • 15+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 3+ years in a Controller or Assistant Controller role.
  • Deep expertise in U.S. GAAP, ASC 606, and project-based cost accounting.
  • Direct experience in SaaS, hardware/manufacturing, and/or defense environments.
  • Strong familiarity with government contracting compliance (FAR, DCAA, CAS).
  • Proven experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, Costpoint, SAP, or similar platforms.
  • Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in high-growth, cross-functional environments.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to bridge the gap between technical accounting and business operations.

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