Certify - Assistant Controller

CertifyRemote - Pune / New Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad3w ago

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Requirements

The Credentials: Chartered Accountant (CA) or CPA with 8–12 years of progressive accounting experience.
The "Build" Mindset: Experience transitioning from an outsourced accounting model to an internal team.
Systems Mastery: Advanced experience with cloud-based ERPs (QBO, NetSuite, Intacct, or SAP) and automation tools (Ramp, Chargebee, AI native tools).
Global Coordination: Experience working for an Indian subsidiary of a US-headquartered company, with a strong grasp of US GAAP and IFRS.
HealthTech/SaaS Vertical: Deep understanding of recurring revenue accounting (ASC 606) and the specific cost-of-goods-sold (COGS) structures in health technology.
Audit Firm Background: Early career experience at a "Big 4" accounting firm (EY, Deloitte, KPMG, PwC) is highly desirable.
Startup Scaling: Proven track record of working in a high-growth startup environment (Series A to C), specifically taking a company through the growth phase.

1. Build and Lead the Internal Accounting Engine
Insourcing & Strategy: Lead the full migration of accounting data and processes from our external vendors to our internal systems.
Team Leadership: Mentor, and manage a team of direct reports to handle day-to-day operations.
The Close: Establish and own a "Fast Close" process (target: 5 business days) that provides leadership with timely visibility into performance.
Automation First: Build systems, tools and implement automation first tools to drive scale.
2. Scalable Systems and Internal Controls
GL System: Ownership of a scalable GL system. Either enhancing our current setup or implementing a new tool for rapid scale.
AR/AP Systems: Evaluate and own AR/AP tech stack. Enhance current tech set up or evaluate systems to better help us scale.
Compliance Framework: Design and implement robust internal controls and SOPs to ensure audit readiness and prevent leakage.
SaaS Specifics: Manage complex revenue recognition (SaaS, Usage based, Hybrid, ROI based models).
3. Treasury and Global Tax Management
Cash Oversight: Manage local and international cash flow, ensuring optimized working capital as we scale.
Tax Compliance: Ensure 100% compliance with Indian GST, TDS, and Corporate Tax laws, while coordinating with US/Global entities.
Audit Management: Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors, ensuring clean, efficient annual audits.