Corporate Controller

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. Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close and drive the close timeline toward a best-in-class cadence .

Posted 9/16/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $300,000 - $450,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in technical accounting under US GAAP, including ASC 606 and ASC 718, while leading the internal audit function and ensuring SEC reporting readiness. Proven ability to implement controls, manage PCAOB audits, and mentor an accounting team in a fast-paced environment.

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CPATechnical Accounting Under US GAAPPCAOB Audit ManagementSEC Reporting ReadinessERP Implementation Experience

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Hard Skills

ASC 606 Revenue RecognitionASC 718 Stock-Based CompensationSOX 404 ImplementationInventory AccountingAudit SupportClose Timeline ManagementInternal Control Environment DesignEquity and Stock Plan AdministrationXBRL TaggingJournal Entry Posting

Soft Skills

LeadershipMentoringCuriosityDrive for ImprovementAbility to Work Under Deadlines

Tools & Technologies

PCAOB-Registered Audit FirmCap Table SystemsAI Tools for AutomationAccounting Policies and ProceduresQuickBooks Online

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA

Industry Keywords

Public Company ExperienceIPO ReadinessManufacturing ExperienceHardware ExperienceS-1 Process

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close and drive the close timeline toward a best-in-class cadence
Design and implement the internal control environment using the COSO framework, segregation of duties, approval matrices, and SOX-caliber documentation and testing
Lead selection and onboarding of a PCAOB-registered external audit firm and serve as primary contact through the full audit cycle
Own PBC requests, walkthroughs, and audit support
Build the internal audit function as the company scales toward IPO readiness
Present close, controls, and audit status to the board and audit committee alongside the CFO
Own technical accounting under US GAAP, including ASC 606 revenue recognition, inventory and standard costing, and stock-based compensation
Author formal technical accounting position memos for audit support
Own equity and stock plan administration, including ASC 718, cap table systems, and 409A valuations
Build SEC reporting readiness, including 10-K/10-Q drafting, XBRL tagging, and EGC accommodations under the JOBS Act
Partner with the Plant Controller on inventory accounting, cycle counts, physical counts, reconciliations, and rollbacks
Lead the accounting workstream of the ERP implementation migrating off QuickBooks Online and integrate adjacent systems
Write and roll out company-wide accounting policies and procedures
Use AI and automation to scale the function without scaling headcount linearly
Build, mentor, and scale the accounting team
Partner with the Senior Finance Manager on budget-vs-actuals reporting and forecast accuracy

Requirements

What you’ll need

CPA required
10+ years of progressive accounting experience
Public-company experience preferred, including an IPO, S-1 process, SOX 404 implementation, or operating close and controls of a public company under PCAOB audit
Proven record of implementing controls where none existed
Demonstrated success compressing close timelines in a growing company
Experience selecting and managing a PCAOB-registered audit firm
Experience with SEC reporting requirements and equity/stock plan administration systems
Manufacturing or hardware experience with inventory and standard costing strongly preferred
ERP implementation experience
Hands-on operating style, including posting journal entries and presenting to leadership
Ability to work efficiently against aggressive deadlines and consistently hit close and audit dates
Curiosity and drive to apply AI tools to automate and improve accounting processes
Must be able to work 3 days per week from the Glen Cove, NY robotics factory/headquarters and/or NYC office
Must answer whether visa sponsorship or transfer is required to work in the U.S.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Meaningful equity grant via Employee Stock Options
Paid time off
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k)