Controller

Code Metal

. Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close for all entities, including consolidation and inter-company .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in GAAP-compliant financial reporting, revenue recognition under ASC 606, and government contract accounting, including DCAA standards. Proven ability to lead audits, build accounting teams, and implement scalable accounting policies and internal controls.

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CPAGovernment Contract AccountingASC 606DCAA ComplianceExternal Audit Leadership

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Hard Skills

Financial Statement PreparationRevenue RecognitionAccounting System MaintenanceCash ManagementBank ReconciliationAccounts PayableAccounts ReceivablePayroll AccountingM&A Purchase AccountingIndirect Rate Structures

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationCommunicationProblem-SolvingAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsAccounting Software

Certifications & Qualifications

CPAU.S. Security Clearance Eligibility

Industry Keywords

DCAA StandardsFAR Part 31Indirect RatesIncurred Cost SubmissionsFinancial Reporting Packages

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close for all entities, including consolidation and inter-company
Prepare GAAP-compliant financial statements and management reporting packages for leadership and the board
Own revenue recognition under ASC 606 across software, services, and government contracts (FFP, T&M, cost-type)
Maintain an accounting system meeting DCAA standards, covering timekeeping, labor distribution, job costing, and segregation of unallowable costs
Support indirect rate structures, provisional billing rates, and incurred cost submissions
Support pricing, proposals, billing, and readiness for government audits with contracts and business development
Design and document scalable accounting policies and internal controls
Lead the annual external audit and serve as primary auditor contact
Own technical accounting, including stock compensation, capitalized software, commission capitalization, and M&A purchase accounting
Execute cash management, bank reconciliations, AP/AR, and payroll accounting within treasury policy
Transition work from the external accounting provider and integrate acquired-entity accounting onto a unified platform
Lead evaluation and implementation of accounting and ERP systems
Build and lead the accounting team over time
Report to the Head of Finance and partner with finance, contracts, people operations, and other teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including controller- or assistant controller-level ownership
CPA required
Hands-on experience with government contract accounting, including DCAA, FAR Part 31, indirect rates, and incurred cost submissions strongly preferred
Experience leading external audits and building close processes and controls from early stage
Working knowledge of ASC 606 for software and multi-element arrangements
M&A integration experience a plus
Comfort being hands-on in a fast-moving environment while building for scale
U.S. citizenship may be required for certain project assignments involving security clearance
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Must hold or be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance for certain assignments

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health care plan with 100% premium coverage, including medical, dental, and vision
401k with 5% matching
Paid Time Off (uncapped vacation, plus sick and public holidays)
Flexible hybrid or remote work arrangement
Relocation assistance for qualifying employees
Pay strives to be at the upper end of the salary range