Controller

Summary

Join Airship as the Controller, reporting directly to the CFO and playing a key role in the management team. You will oversee daily financial operations, including accounting, banking, and tax functions. Manage financial audits and regulatory filings, driving compliance and efficiency. Lead and mentor a high-performing accounting team, fostering collaboration and growth. Ensure compliance with tax reporting requirements and oversee the annual audit process. Support global expansion efforts and collaborate with cross-functional teams. This fully remote position offers a competitive salary and a robust benefits package.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration with an Accounting emphasis preferred; CPA required
• 8-10+ years of progressive experience in Accounting and Finance roles, with a strong understanding of operational accounting, reporting, and financial management
• 3+ years of experience as a Corporate Controller or in a senior accounting leadership role
• Demonstrated experience in managing monthly and quarterly closes, financial statement reporting, and compliance with GAAP and statutory guidelines
• Proactive and independent, with a demonstrated ability to drive process improvements, best practices, and efficiency
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills with the ability to navigate competing priorities
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage at all levels across the organization

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statement close processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP, statutory guidelines, and internal policies
• Oversee account reconciliations, credit card processing, fixed assets, accounts payable, and payroll activities
• Partner with the financial systems team to identify and implement process improvements and automation within accounting functions, enhancing operational efficiency
• Develop, implement, and enforce financial policies, procedures, and internal controls, with a focus on driving continuous process improvement
• Manage, develop, and mentor a high-performance accounting team, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal tax reporting requirements and filings, ensuring timely and accurate tax submissions
• Oversee the annual audit process and coordinate with external auditors to ensure the successful completion of audits
• Manage tax filings, including state, local, and international entity requirements, as necessary
• Support global expansion efforts, working closely with legal and regulatory teams to build an international reporting structure
• Collaborate cross-functionally with teams in Regulatory, Legal, and Tax departments on strategic initiatives
• Manage ad hoc projects as needed, ensuring successful completion despite competing priorities

Preferred Qualifications

• Big 4 accounting firm audit experience is a plus
• Strong system implementation experience, with proficiency in Netsuite preferred

Benefits

• The starting base pay range for this position is: $210,000 - $275,000 USD per year
• Some roles may also be eligible for commission, bonus, or other performance incentives
• Equity is also offered with this role
• Airship offers a robust benefits package as part of our Total Rewards approach to compensation
• This position is fully remote and may require up to 10% travel based on business needs or as requested by your manager