Corporate Controller

📋 Description

• Take full ownership of the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes from start to finish, including managing the general ledger (record-to-report and procure-to-pay).

• Prepare consolidated financial statements in compliance with US GAAP and SEC reporting standards.

• Act as the technical accounting expert on intricate transactions, revenue recognition, and necessary disclosures.

• Spearhead AI-driven close acceleration by implementing automated reconciliations, AI-assisted variance analysis, and intelligent exception handling to consistently shorten cycle times.

• Develop KPIs, SLAs, and reporting mechanisms that highlight the value of a high-performing, AI-enhanced accounting function.

• Oversee comprehensive commissions accounting in collaboration with Sales and Revenue Operations: including calculation, payout, accrual, and reconciliation.

• Utilize AI tools to automate commission calculations, identify anomalies, and minimize manual reconciliation efforts.

• Ensure compliance with ASC 606 / 340-40 regarding commission capitalization and amortization.

• Collaborate with the People team and RevOps on plan design modifications to maintain clean accounting downstream.

• Take the lead on all annual and interim audit projects, serving as the primary liaison for independent auditors.

• Employ AI-assisted audit preparation processes to organize documentation, flag discrepancies, and decrease audit cycle durations.

• Establish and uphold SOX-compliant internal controls across financial reporting.

• Document and govern accounting policies in accordance with US GAAP.

• Manage compliance for international entities across all operating jurisdictions.

• Oversee daily treasury operations, including liquidity, foreign exchange, and investment activities, in partnership with the CFO regarding strategy and policy.

• Take ownership of the financial system stack — ERP, OTC, P2P — and drive its evolution to facilitate scaling and public company readiness.

• Integrate AI-powered forecasting, scenario modeling, and cash management tools into the core finance technology stack.

• Assess and implement procurement automation tools designed to reduce manual processing and enhance spending visibility.

• Lead the AI transformation roadmap for the accounting function — identify opportunities, build the business case, and manage implementation across close, reporting, audit, commissions, and treasury.

• Define and enforce the AI governance framework for finance, including human-in-the-loop review standards, output validation protocols, and escalation criteria prior to AI-generated results influencing decisions or external reporting.

• Serve as Karbon's internal expert on AI in accounting — stay updated on the tool landscape, assess new capabilities, and present a clear perspective on what to adopt and when.

• Collaborate with the CFO and FP&A on AI-powered predictive modeling, cash forecasting, and management reporting suitable for board presentations.

• Set the benchmark for AI fluency within the accounting team — foster skills development, drive adoption, and cultivate a culture where automation is the norm rather than the exception.

• Be recognized as the technical accounting authority across the organization and a reliable partner to functional leaders.

• Work closely with FP&A on budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and long-term planning.

• Collaborate with the People team on headcount planning and compensation analysis.

• Mentor and develop the accounting team, focusing particularly on enhancing AI skills and fostering a mindset of continuous improvement.

⛳️ Requirements

• At least 10 years of progressive accounting experience, including a role as a Controller or equivalent in a SaaS or recurring revenue business.

• Extensive knowledge of US GAAP, SEC reporting, SOX, and internal controls.

• Proven experience in managing international, multi-entity accounting operations, including consolidations, intercompany eliminations, and local statutory compliance.

• Demonstrated success in implementing AI tools that significantly enhance accounting workflows — not just familiarity, but proven results with measurable impact.

• Strong judgment regarding AI output quality: capable of identifying when a model is inaccurate, when controls are inadequate, and when human review is essential.

• Authentic enthusiasm for AI and automation — you keep abreast of developments in the field, hold opinions on various tools, and consistently aim to create smarter processes.

• Proficient in financial modeling and experienced with NetSuite or a comparable ERP system, including implementation experience.

• Excellent communicator and business partner across various functions and at executive levels.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field; CPA certification is required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible Time Off, with a recommended usage of 4 weeks per year.

• Company-paid medical coverage for you and your eligible spouse/partner and dependents.

• Paid dental and vision coverage for you and your eligible spouse/partner and dependents.

• 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.

• Flexible Spending Account available.

• Up to 8 weeks of paid parental leave.

• Stipend for work-from-home expenses.