Role:
We're seeking a proactive, hands-on Assistant Controller to help design, implement, and scale our accounting infrastructure. You'll be instrumental in building the processes, systems, and reporting capabilities that will support our growth. This is a unique opportunity to join early, take ownership, and leverage emerging technologies to create a best-in-class accounting
environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the general ledger, consolidations, AP, payroll and intercompany cross-charges, ensuring compliance across domestic and international entities.
- Design and implement scalable accounting policies, processes, and controls to support rapid growth.
- Partner with the Controller to optimize a modern ERP, procurement, and T&E tools, and systems, with a focus on automation and AI-driven efficiencies.
- Lead month-end and quarter-end close processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with GAAP.
- Oversee accounting for international operations and support global tax matters.
- Support external audits and investor reporting requirements.
- Build dashboards and reporting tools to provide real-time financial insights to leadership.
- Mentor and develop accounting team members
- Stay current on emerging accounting tech, AI tools, and process automation best practices.
Qualifications/Skills:
- CPA (or equivalent).
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 10+ years of progressive accounting and leadership experience, with a mix of Big 4 and in-house experience at a high-growth B2C or technology company, and experience with companies of scale.
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
- Strong experience with multi-entity and multi-currency accounting, as well as managing international taxes and regulations.
- Experience optimizing the tech stack integrating related tools.
- Proven ability to improve processes and leverage automation tools (e.g., AI reconciliation, OCR invoice processing, automated close solutions).
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with evolving priorities.
- Excellent knowledge of ERP systems, financial reporting tools, and revenue recognition software.
- Proven leadership and project management skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and implement systems that support scalable growth.
To be a strong fit, you also need:- Ruthless Prioritization:
- We don't let perfect get in the way of progress.
- We move quickly to drive value, not perfection.
- We prioritize what drives impact.
- We never compromise on standards of excellence.
- Member-First, Always:
- We design and deliver like we're caring for someone we love.
- We create calendar, actionable, human experience.
- We prioritize responsiveness, peace of mind, and outcomes.
- We empower members with truth, clarity, and care.
- One Team, Moving Fast:
- We are aligned in purpose, prioritization, and speed.
- We gather diverse perspectives to make informed decisions.
- We clear paths for each other and move fast together.
- We communicate clearly and respectfully, rallying around shared goals.
- Radical Ownership, Relentless Execution:
- We don't just ship- we own outcomes and drive results.
- We act with urgency and precision
- We anticipate, initiate, and follow through.
- We meet challenges with grit and pragmatism.
- We embrace new tech to deliver better outcomes.
- Mission Over Ego:
- We are ruthlessly aligned to our mission - and leave ego at the door.
- We disagree and commit.
- We don't tolerate politics or withholding information.
- We operate with honesty, transparency, and respect.
- Sustained Integrity in Every Detail:
- We earn trust by obsessing over accuracy, quality, and clarity in everything we do.
- We prioritize clinical precision - data must be right.
- We sweat the details because outcomes depend on them.
Your dedication to these responsibilities will directly contribute to the success of our platform and the satisfaction of our users. We are looking for a proactive, skilled, and forward-thinking individual to join our team and help shape the future of our services.
Why You'll Love Working With Us:We value our team at Function and offer a competitive salary and benefits package, flexible working hours, and a dynamic work environment where creativity and innovation are encouraged. If you are a highly motivated and experienced individual who is passionate about using technology to improve people's lives, we would love to hear from you.
