{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"d07b8e1fbe118d27ef6b3636","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/d07b8e1fbe118d27ef6b3636","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/d07b8e1fbe118d27ef6b3636","title":"Financial Controller","description":"About WorkWhileWorkWhile is on a mission to help workers earn a better living and live better lives. More than 80 million Americans work hourly jobs - often with unpredictable schedules, near-minimum wages, and few benefits - leading to real financial instability. We're fixing that by matching enterprise customers across logistics, food production, retail, hospitality, events, and managed services with a quality hourly workforce, while giving workers stable income and unmatched benefits like next-day pay, free telehealth, and financial services.WorkWhile is evolving from a high-growth temporary labor marketplace into a comprehensive workforce platform for enterprises with fintech offerings workers. The result is a multi-business-model company with a genuinely complex, interesting financial landscape.Backed by Khosla Ventures and recognized by the Inc. 5000 for 10x growth, WorkWhile is reshaping the future of work.The OpportunityThis is not a \"maintain the books\" Controller role. This is a build-it role.As Corporate Controller, you'll serve as the CFO's right hand in architecting a world-class accounting function from the ground up - one capable of supporting high-volume transaction processing, multi-stream revenue recognition (Marketplace + SaaS + Fintech), and banking-level treasury operations. You'll lead an ERP migration, deploy AI-driven automation, and own the technical accounting for business models that most Controllers never get to work across simultaneously.If you're a technically deep CPA who wants to do more than close the books - someone who wants to shape financial infrastructure at a venture-backed, mission-driven company - this role is built for you.What You'll Own1. Core Accounting OperationsFull-cycle accounting ownership: General Ledger (GL), Payroll, Procure-to-Pay (P2P), Order-to-Cash (O2C), and Record-to-Report (R2R)Data integrity: Partner with Data Science to ensure financial data in the ERP (NetSuite/Intacct) aligns precisely with operational data sources (BigQuery, Metabase)High-volume payroll: Manage complex weekly and daily payroll runs for a nationally dispersed workforce, with distinct treatment for W2 employees (taxes, benefits, withholdings) and 1099 independent contractorsMonth-end & year-end close: Own the close calendar, drive down close cycle times, and ensure a clean, audit-ready general ledger at all times2. Technical Accounting & ComplianceRevenue Recognition (ASC 606): Author technical accounting memos and policy for multiple evolving revenue streams - including \"Principal vs. Agent\" gross-to-net calculations for marketplace revenue and subscription revenue recognition for the Newday SaaS productFintech & Treasury Accounting: Build accounting workflows for WorkWhile Wallet and W2 Early Pay - including daily liquidity management for payroll funding, high-volume card transaction reconciliation (Marqeta, Stripe), and accounting for potential credit losses on worker advancesEquity & Stock-Based Compensation: Manage equity plan administration and ASC 718 accountingMulti-jurisdiction Tax Compliance: Oversee federal, state, and local tax filings; manage payroll tax nexus across all states where W2 workers operate; address sales tax implications for SaaS products3. Audit & External ReportingAudit leadership: Own the external audit relationship end-to-end - drive the first company financial audit, prepare PBC schedules, manage fieldwork, and deliver audited financial statements on timeInvestor & lender reporting: Prepare accurate, well-documented financials for board reporting, debt covenant compliance, and future fundraising due diligence4. Systems, Automation & Team LeadershipERP migration: Lead the evaluation and implementation of a scalable ERP upgrade, including integration with billing, payroll, and payments systemsAI & automation: Proactively identify and deploy AI agents for reconciliation, invoice processing, and anomaly detection - reducing manual workload and improving accuracyCollections & DSO optimization: Strengthen billing and collections processes, managing invoicing nuances across Enterprise and SMB client segmentsTeam development: Manage and mentor the internal accounting team and oversee the offshore BPO team, ensuring seamless collaboration across time zonesWhat We're Looking ForRequired QualificationsActive CPA license - non-negotiable10+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years as a Controller or Assistant Controller at a venture-backed technology companyDeep technical accounting expertise in ASC 606 revenue recognition, including multi-element arrangements and gross vs. net revenue treatmentProven track record of ERP implementation - specifically migrating from QuickBooks to NetSuite, Sage Intacct, or equivalentExperience managing multi-state payroll tax compliance and nexus analysis for a company with a distributed workforcePreferred / Bonus QualificationsIndustry experience in Marketplace, Fintech (lending, ledgering, prepaid cards), or SaaS business modelsHands-on experience with Stripe, Marqeta, or similar payment processors from an accounting and reconciliation standpointExperience managing hybrid onshore/offshore accounting teams or BPO relationshipsExposure to SQL, BigQuery, or BI tools (Looker, Metabase) for financial data analysisYou'll Thrive Here If You:Are the kind of person who investigates a variance until it's fully explained - not just deemed immaterialCan translate complex accounting positions (like Gross vs. Net revenue) clearly for non-finance stakeholders, investors, and lendersAre energized by ambiguity and want to build, not just maintainHave a strong bias for action and take pride in operational excellenceCompensation & BenefitsCompetitive base salary + equity in a high-growth, venture-backed companyHybrid work culture with office in San FranciscoIn-person company off-sitesMedical, dental & vision coverageUnlimited PTO401(k)WFH stipend to support your home office setupWorkWhile has a diverse, mission-driven, and supportive culture—we look for people who want to take ownership, are energized by ambiguity, and strive to make a lasting impact. 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