Corporate Controller

WorkWhile

. Own full-cycle accounting operations, including GL, Payroll, P2P, O2C, and R2R .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in full-cycle accounting operations, including GL, Payroll, and tax compliance, while leading ERP implementations and managing complex payroll processes. Proven ability to author technical accounting memos and optimize financial reporting for high-growth technology companies.

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Active CPA LicenseASC 606 Revenue RecognitionERP Implementation ExperienceMulti-State Payroll Tax ComplianceTeam Management and Mentoring

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Hard Skills

Full-Cycle AccountingTechnical Accounting ExpertisePayroll ManagementFinancial ReportingAudit ManagementLiquidity ManagementCredit Loss AccountingEquity Plan AdministrationTax FilingsWorkflow Development

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationMentoring

Tools & Technologies

BigQueryMetabaseStripeMarqetaNetSuiteSage IntacctQuickBooksSQLBI Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA License

Industry Keywords

MarketplaceFintechSaaSHigh-Growth TechnologyDistributed Workforce

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

BigQueryERPSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own full-cycle accounting operations, including GL, Payroll, P2P, O2C, and R2R
Partner with Data Science to align ERP financial data with BigQuery and Metabase operational data
Manage complex weekly and daily payroll runs for W2 employees and 1099 independent contractors
Own month-end and year-end close calendars and maintain an audit-ready general ledger
Author ASC 606 technical accounting memos and policies for marketplace and SaaS revenue
Build accounting workflows for WorkWhile Wallet and W2 Early Pay
Manage daily liquidity for payroll funding and reconcile high-volume Marqeta and Stripe card transactions
Account for potential credit losses on worker advances
Manage equity plan administration and ASC 718 accounting
Oversee federal, state, and local tax filings, payroll tax nexus, and SaaS sales tax matters
Lead the external audit, including PBC schedules, fieldwork, and audited financial statements
Prepare financial reporting for the board, debt covenant compliance, and fundraising due diligence
Lead evaluation and implementation of a scalable ERP upgrade integrated with billing, payroll, and payments systems
Deploy AI agents for reconciliation, invoice processing, and anomaly detection
Strengthen billing and collections processes and optimize DSO across Enterprise and SMB segments
Manage and mentor the internal accounting team and oversee the offshore BPO team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active CPA license — non-negotiable
Minimum 4–6 years in audit at a Big 4 firm (Deloitte, PwC, EY, or KPMG), serving public company or high-growth technology clients
10+ years of progressive accounting experience
At least 3 years as a Controller or Assistant Controller at a venture-backed technology company
Deep technical accounting expertise in ASC 606 revenue recognition, including multi-element arrangements and gross vs. net revenue treatment
Proven track record of ERP implementation, specifically migrating from QuickBooks to NetSuite, Sage Intacct, or equivalent
Experience managing multi-state payroll tax compliance and nexus analysis for a company with a distributed workforce
Preferred: industry experience in Marketplace, Fintech (lending, ledgering, prepaid cards), or SaaS business models
Preferred: hands-on experience with Stripe, Marqeta, or similar payment processors from an accounting and reconciliation standpoint
Preferred: experience managing hybrid onshore/offshore accounting teams or BPO relationships
Preferred: exposure to SQL, BigQuery, or BI tools such as Looker and Metabase
Ability to work hybrid from the San Francisco office

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equity in a high-growth, venture-backed company
Hybrid work culture with office in SF
In-person company off-sites
Medical, dental & vision coverage
Unlimited PTO
401(k)
WFH stipend to support your home office setup