Mission of the Role

The mission of the Director, Finance (Controller) is to ensure that Curology's financial operations are accurate, compliant, and built to scale-providing the infrastructure and insight that enables confident decision-making across the company. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Director, Finance (Controller) owns the full accounting function across Curology's multi-entity structure, including direct management of a small accounting team.

The person in this role brings both technical depth and sound judgment: they maintain rigorous controls and GAAP-compliant reporting while moving quickly to close, escalate, and resolve-without waiting to be asked. At a company of Curology's size and pace, the Controller is also a cross-functional partner, connecting financial data to the broader operational picture and flagging implications before they become problems.
Essential Functions and Impact Areas
Financial Close & Reporting

• Own month-end close for a multi-entity structure, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting-delivered accurately and on schedule.
• Prepare and maintain GAAP-compliant financial statements; design and enforce internal controls with clear documentation and accountability.
• Lead annual financial audits from preparation through completion, serving as the primary point of contact for external auditors.
• Proactively surface financial risks and reporting anomalies to the CFO before they escalate.

Treasury & Compliance

• Oversee banking and treasury functions; evaluate and maintain corporate banking and credit platforms to ensure they fit the company's operating needs.
• Manage the cap table and stock option processes in partnership with legal.
• Manage relationships with auditors, payroll providers, and corporate insurance brokers-holding partners accountable for quality and timeliness.

Systems & Controls

• Own the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of accounting software and control processes; evaluate and recommend system upgrades as the business evolves.
• Build and document scalable accounting processes that can support the company through its next phase of growth.
• Apply AI and available productivity tools to improve the efficiency and accuracy of the accounting function-and model that behavior for the team.

People & Team Leadership

• Oversee a hybrid in-house and outsourced team including directly managing the Accounting Manager, Technical Accounting Senior Manager, and Accounting Operations Senior Manager
• Assign and monitor work with clear ownership and defined timelines; intervene early when delivery is at risk.
• Build a team culture where accuracy, accountability, and follow-through are the baseline.

Cross-Functional Partnership

• Support financial analysis and departmental budgeting in partnership with the CFO and functional leaders.
• Partner with HR, Legal, Operations, Tech, and G&A on ad hoc financial projects; bring a prepared perspective on downstream financial impact before decisions are made.
• Connect financial data to the broader operational picture-spot the cross-functional implications of financial trends and communicate them clearly.

Requirements
Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of accounting-related experience, including 3+ years at a Big 4 accounting firm in an assurance or audit role, 2+ years at a high-growth technology company in an accounting role, and 5+ years with people management responsibilities.
• Experience managing inventory accounting on a FIFO basis.
• Current CPA license (inactive will be considered).
• Demonstrated command of GAAP and technical accounting concepts, including revenue recognition.
• Experience with Netsuite.
• Experience managing multi-entity accounting structures.
• Experience leading annual financial audits.
• Basic proficiency with AI tools (e.g., Claude, ChatGPT) as applied to finance and accounting workflows.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business, or equivalent experience.

Location

• On-site - Expected to work from our Imperial, PA Office 5 days per week.

Benefits
Benefits & Perks

• Competitive compensation and equity package (RSUs)
• 🥼 Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, FSA and HSA, supplemental coverages (critical illness, accident, hospitalization), and 401(k)
• Access to wellbeing perks, including OneMedical, Spring Health, SoFi, and Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible paid time off and holiday policy
• 🐣 Paid parental leave (birthing and non-birthing parents)
• Employee donation matching program
• 🫱🫲 Culture Committee and employee resource groups for virtual and in-person connectivity
• Complimentary VIP Subscription to Curology or Agency, plus online retail discount

Compensation

The estimated base salary range for this role is $180,000 - $200,000 per year, plus a competitive equity package and benefits. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including location, skills, experience, and job-related expertise.

Our Typical Interview Process*

*Subject to change based on role

• 30 minute Recruiter screen (phone)
• 30-45 minute interview with a Hiring Manager (Google Meet or Zoom)
• 30-45 minute peer interview(s) (Google Meet or Zoom)
• 30-45 minute final round interview with Hiring Manager or Team Leader (Google Meet or Zoom)

Candidates Using AI:

At Curology, we invest in responsible use of AI tools to help our teams innovate and solve challenges. Please feel free to use AI to:

• Refine and polish your application materials
• Research Curology and the role
• Prepare for your interviews

Please refrain from using AI tools during live interviews, unless our hiring team has instructed you otherwise. (Note: These guidelines do not apply to reasonable accommodations. If you require a reasonable accommodation at any point during our interview process, please notify your recruiter.)

Curology's Operating Principles:

• One Curology, One Team
• Be Candid, Then Commit
• Lead with Curiosity
• Trust but Verify
• Use Peripheral Vision
• Move Quickly, Think Deeply
• Protect Trust at Every Touchpoint

Disclaimer: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.