Controller

Summary

Join Alignable as their first Controller and play a pivotal role in shaping their financial operations, optimizing processes, and laying the foundation for scalable growth. Reporting directly to the CFO, you will manage the existing bookkeeping and assume key financial responsibilities. This is a unique opportunity to join a fast-growing, mission-driven company at a crucial stage. You will gain broad exposure and hands-on experience, developing financial acumen needed to scale a high-growth business. This role offers a clear path for advancement, including the potential to grow into a VP of Finance or even CFO. You will be working directly with leadership, making strategic financial decisions, and playing a critical role in driving long-term success.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in public accounting (Big 4, Tier 1, or Tier 2 firm) or industry finance
• Proven hands-on accounting skills (debits/credits, reconciliations, month-end close)
• Experience with AI-driven finance tools and automation
• Experience with financial tools (QuickBooks, Excel/Google Sheets, Stripe; TriNet a plus)
• Detail-oriented and process-driven, with a knack for optimizing financial operations
• Entrepreneurial mindset—comfortable wearing multiple hats in a fast-paced startup
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work cross-functionally with leadership

Responsibilities

• Own general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and month-end close (QuickBooks)
• Oversee payroll processing and financial recordkeeping (TriNet)
• Manage expense tracking, subscription audits, and financial reporting
• Handle commission structures and Stripe revenue reporting
• Support tax filings, audits, and investor reporting
• Analyze financial data and trends to provide actionable insights
• Advise senior leadership with financial recommendations that drive business success
• Assist in budgeting & forecasting to optimize financial planning and resource allocation
• Partner with the CFO to prepare for future funding rounds and/or a liquidity event
• Ensure strong financial controls, compliance, and risk mitigation
• Oversee insurance and financial compliance processes
• Improve financial systems and workflows to support company growth

Preferred Qualifications

CPA preferred (or strong financial expertise with a deep understanding of GAAP & compliance)

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Equity
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Unlimited vacations (mandatory 2-week consecutive break annually)
• Virtual working environment
• Flexible working hours
• Paid Parental leave
• Professional Development Program
• 401(k)