Assistant Controller / Controller

GlossGenius•New York, NY

21h•Hybrid

About The Position

As the Accounting leader at GlossGenius, you will be a key financial leader during a period of significant scaling, serving as the steward of our financial operations and reporting. You will own the entire accounting function, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely financial insights to support strategic decision-making and continued growth. We default to being in-office 3-4 days per week with required attendance on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Requirements

8+ years of progressive accounting experience; at least 2 years of experience in a high growth startup
Deep expertise in GAAP with proven experience in maintaining GAAP-compliant records for a SaaS, Fintech, or technology business (including ASC 606 revenue recognition)
Clear track record of success in building scalable financial processes and systems from the ground up and managing a full-cycle audit process
Direct experience leveraging AI tools (e.g., machine learning, OCR, RPA) to automate core accounting functions (AP/AR, reconciliation, data entry)
Experience managing equity administration/Cap Table management and 409A valuations (e.g., Carta, Shareworks)
Proficiency with a major ERP system
Analytical thinker with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights for executive leadership
Exceptional communication and leadership skills with a track record of effectively partnering with cross-functional teams

Nice To Haves

CPA or equivalent professional certification preferred

Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Close: Oversee the entire accounting process, including the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and financial reporting, managing the complex monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
GAAP Compliance & Audit: Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of all financial statements (Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Cash Flow Statement) in strict compliance with GAAP
Manage the annual financial audit process, coordinating with external auditors and providing necessary documentation to ensure a flawless audit
Internal Controls & Systems: Develop, implement, and maintain robust internal controls and accounting policies to safeguard company assets, mitigate financial risk, and ensure systems are scalable
Lead the selection, implementation, and optimization of accounting systems (e.g., ERP solutions like NetSuite) to support rapid business growth
Compliance & Tax: Coordinate with external tax advisors on corporate tax reporting and compliance, including Canadian tax considerations (e.g., GST/HST, corporate income tax, payroll remittances, etc.)
Equity Administration: Own the company's equity administration process, ensuring the integrity of the cap table, including compliance with 409a valuations and other legal, tax, and regulatory requirements related to stock options and grants
Automation & AI Integration: Proactively integrate AI tools and intelligent automation into accounting workflows to maximize efficiency, reduce human error, and accelerate the financial close
Leadership: Lead and develop the accounting team, fostering a high performance culture of accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement

Benefits

Flexible PTO
Competitive health & dental insurance options, with premiums partially covered by GG
Fertility and adoption benefits via Carrot and Kindbody
Generous, fully-paid parental leave policy
401k benefit - employees are eligible to contribute starting day 1 of employment
Professional Development - employees receive a yearly stipend for approved learning and educational-related expenses
Pre-tax commuter benefits
Dependent Care FSA
Home office support
Team Bonding opportunities - as a distributed team, being able to build meaningful bonds both virtually and in person is incredibly important to us! We are constantly evaluating how we accomplish this and currently, teams are given opportunities to gather in person throughout the year