Mission-driven, private equity backed start-up company is searching for a influential, top-performing, Controller to oversee accounting & FP&A responsibilities.
The Controller will work with the CFO & CEO on strategic projects, will lead process improvements throughout the accounting & finance division and should be an entrepreneurial-minded individual who is excited by a highly diverse role, impactful role.
This organization has completed a Series A funding round, has begun fundraising for Series B, and continues to grow organically and through acquisition.
The Controller will oversee 3-4 people to start and will be pivotal in identifying and mentoring current and future talent. The ideal candidate is an extremely motivated, technically strong CPA, with prior experience in a fast-paced, results-driven environment. Controller candidates should have 10-20 years of experience in startup, technology, PE-backed, high-growth environments, and experience taking an accounting/finance function from basic to top-tier.
This role includes a competitive salary, excellent benefits and generous equity.
Qualifications:
SDL Search Partners is a woman-owned search firm that puts values and relationship first. Our team has over 30 years of combined accounting & finance recruiting experience, a deep network, and a "quality-over-quantity" approach. At SDL, we are partners for the long-term, so what you can expect is a relationship that prioritizes transparency, integrity, and ultimately, finding you the right person to join your team or the right next step in your career.
Areas of focus:
• Accounting, Finance, Audit, Tax & Analytics
Examples of positions we support:
• Every position in the org chart from Staff Accountant / Senior Accountant up to Controller / CFO
• Financial Analyst, Finance Manager / FP&A Manager to VP of Finance
• Treasury, Internal Controls, Audit, Tax, M&A
• Public Accounting, Transaction Services, Advisory
• Technical Accounting, SEC Accounting, Financial Reporting
• Operational Accounting including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll
• Sales Operations, Deal Desk, Pricing Manager, Data Analyst
• Investment Accounting, Fund Accounting, Operations Analyst, Client Service Specialist
A few of the industries we specialize in:
Technology, SaaS; Pharmaceuticals, Biotech, Life Sciences, Healthcare; Financial Services, Private Equity, Asset Management; Real Estate; Manufacturing; Energy, CleanTech; Higher Education, and more
If you are a company looking to hire, or a candidate looking to explore the job market, we are excited to partner with you.
