SimilarWeb

Assistant Controller

SimilarWeb$80K — $105K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably a mix of public and private sector
  • B.S. Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA is an advantage
  • High proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly advanced Excel skills
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze root causes
  • Experience in researching accounting standards and applying them
  • Detail-oriented with high analytical skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration
  • Ability to manage workload and meet strict deadlines

Responsibilities

  • Lead month-end and quarter-end close processes in NetSuite
  • Maintain and enhance internal control environment for SOX compliance
  • Collaborate on federal, state, and local tax filings and reporting requirements
  • Oversee the entire sales tax compliance process from monitoring thresholds to filing returns
  • Prepare for internal and external audits with appropriate documentation
  • Work with cross-functional teams like AP, HR, and Legal to optimize workflows
  • Analyze data to identify discrepancies and resolve complex accounting issues
  • Review customer contracts for revenue recognition compliance under ASC 606
  • Identify inefficiencies in accounting processes and implement improvements

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401K plan
  • Potential equity opportunities
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Paid sick leave
  • Paid parental leave
Full Job Description
Similarweb is looking for an Assistant Controller to join our US Accounting Team. Reporting directly to the US Controller, this role will play a pivotal part in ensuring accurate and efficient accounting operations and financials. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in accounting principles, with a keen eye for detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks.

The Assistant Controller will be responsible for overseeing various accounting functions, including, but not limited to:
  • Operational Excellence - Lead the month-end and quarter-end close processes, ensuring all journal entries and accruals are posted with precision in NetSuite.
  • Compliance & Controls - Maintain and evolve the internal control environment to ensure strict SOX compliance and adherence to corporate policies.
  • Tax & Regulatory - Work with external and internal teams in preparation and review of federal, state, and local tax filings, as well as registrations, and complex reporting requirements.
  • Sales & Use Tax Management - Oversee the end-to-end sales tax compliance process, including monitoring economic nexus thresholds, filing sales tax returns, resolving state tax notices, handling complex sales tax inquiries, and overseeing the registration process.
  • Audit Readiness - Lead the preparation for internal and external audits, ensuring proper documentation and compliance.
  • Cross-Functional Partnership - Collaborate with other teams such as AP, Billing, HR, Legal, and FP&A to streamline workflows.
  • Financial Integrity - Perform data analysis to identify and resolve discrepancies, research complex accounting issues, provide actionable insights and execute ad hoc projects.
  • Revenue Recognition - Assist in the review of customer contracts and ensure revenue recognition in accordance with ASC 606.
  • Process Improvement - Proactively identify inefficiencies in processes and implement automated solutions or workflow improvements.

This is the perfect job for someone who has:
  • 3-5 years of progressive experience in accounting - Public accounting/Private industry mix is a plus.
  • B.S. Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field - CPA a plus.
  • High proficiency in Microsoft Office products required, with advanced skills in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, IF statements) a must!
  • Problem-solving abilities that look beyond the surface, and are able to dig into the root cause of problems, looking for the "why" and researching the solution.
  • Proven ability to research accounting standards and complex issues and apply them to real-world scenarios.
  • Accurate and detail-oriented with a high level of analytical and professional skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.
  • Ability to prioritize workload and successfully meet strict internal and external deadlines.

**At Similarweb, collaborating with our colleagues in-office creates a more connected, unified culture. Our best work is a product of our face-to-face collaboration, with the ability to work partially from home.**

The base salary range for this position in the Burlington, Massachusetts area is $80,000 - $105,000, plus benefits including: medical, dental and vision insurance, 401K plan, potential equity, employee stock purchase plan and paid sick and parental leave.

Individual compensation is based upon a number of factors, including qualifications and relevant experience.

The base salary range above is for the Burlington, Massachusetts area, and could vary for candidates in other locations.

About the team:Our finance team is located in Israel HQ offices and the US, managing all accounting-related matters globally for all the company's locations, including payroll, tax and regulatory compliance, reporting, and many more. As we are a "one-stop shop" for accounting and finance, we take pride in our professionalism in multiple disciplinary areas, our knowledge sharing between the members of the team and most importantly our warm (and fun) work relations. Every member who will join will feel right at home and find out how much we learn from each other, and we are looking forward to enriching our family!

About SimilarWeb

SimilarWeb is a digital market intelligence company that provides insights into the online behavior of consumers. The company's platform offers data and insights on website traffic, app usage, and online user engagement. SimilarWeb's customers include marketers, analysts, and business development professionals who use the platform to make data-driven decisions. The company was founded in 2007 by Or Offer and Nir Cohen and is headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel.
Learn more about SimilarWeb
Size
750 employees
Market Cap
$408.4 million
Industry
Founded
2007
NASDAQ

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