[Hiring] Controller @VergeSense

Role Description

The Controller is responsible for all accounting and operational functions including, but not limited to:

• Annual audit management
• General ledger accounting
• Accounts receivable
• Accounts payable
• Payroll
• Cash management
• Regulatory and tax compliance
• Revenue recognition
• Commissions and equity
• Development and documentation of internal control policies and procedures

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the accounting department, ensuring a standard level of internal controls, audit procedures, and technical accounting principles are being applied correctly.
• Lead and manage the accounting team, providing direction, coaching, and appropriate and timely performance feedback to ensure operational excellence and professional growth.
• Ensure that the organization’s financial records are maintained in compliance with organizational policies and GAAP.
• Prepare for, coordinate, and lead the annual audit process including being the liaison between external auditors and key stakeholders.
• Lead a high-quality and timely monthly close process.
• Ensure timely billing, cash collections, and preparation of weekly and monthly cash-flow reports and projections.
• Work closely with the Revenue Operations team to manage the quote-to-cash business process.
• Ensure proper controls and accounting procedures are documented and effective.
• Monitor and control inventory balances and activity with third-party manufacturers.
• Oversee tax and regulatory reporting across all applicable geographies, including international compliance as the company continues to expand global reach.
• Communicate Accounting priorities and processes cross-functionally.
• Champion the adoption of AI tools and intelligent automation across the accounting function to maximize efficiency, reduce manual error, and accelerate the financial close.
• Evaluate, pilot, and implement AI-enabled solutions (e.g., ML-based anomaly detection, reconciliation automation, AI-powered invoice processing, automated journal entries) to streamline core workflows.
• Leverage agentic AI capabilities to initiate tasks, monitor workflows, and automate processes (e.g., continuous reconciliation monitoring, real-time cash flow surveillance, proactive compliance flagging).

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Accounting or Finance
• CPA preferred
• 10+ years of accounting experience, including 5+ years of experience managing a team of finance and accounting professionals.
• Hands-on NetSuite (specifically ARM) administration experience, SFDC sku to NetSuite product item mapping, and tax management (Avalara exp preferred).
• Experience in a Startup environment, with the ability to be responsive to changing priorities.
• Must have experience with managing the scope, timelines, and technical accounting aspects of a financial audit.
• Big-4 auditing experience is strongly preferred.
• Strong SaaS model experience is required, with knowledge and understanding of traditional SaaS metrics.
• Experience with managing inventory and overseeing cost accounting is preferred.
• Experience with implementing technical accounting guidelines, such as ASC 606, 842, 730, etc., and comfort with the preparation of technical memos.
• Deep understanding of and experience in financial reporting, establishing internal controls, and audit readiness/execution.
• International business experience, including regulatory compliance and inter-company consolidations.
• Observant, accurate, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
• Experience managing a team of professionals, providing leadership, and fostering an environment of teamwork and professional growth.
• Hands-on professional who excels at both strategy and execution.

Requirements

• $190,000 - $240,000 a year
• Final salary will be based on the candidates’ geographic location, in alignment with VergeSense’s Compensation Philosophy.
• The total compensation package includes equity and an annual performance bonus.

Benefits

• A high-impact role in an emerging industry leader
• Competitive compensation and equity
• Employer-sponsored medical
• Dental and vision insurance (dependent on location)
• Open Vacation policy: take time off when you need it