Metropolis Technologies · 1 day ago
Vice President, Controller
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$275K/yr - $290K/yr
15+ years expMetropolis Technologies is an artificial intelligence company specializing in computer vision technology for checkout-free experiences. They are seeking a Vice President, Controller to lead corporate accounting operations, establish governance, and shape the company’s IPO readiness.
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Responsibilities
Own all corporate controllership functions including revenue accounting, consolidations, AR/AP, and compliance
Build SEC/SOX-ready processes, lead audits, and establish scalable internal controls
Redesign the financial close (manual-to-automated), deploy new ERP/TMS/AI-enabled solutions, and integrate acquisitions
Deliver insights to ELT/Board; partner with FP&A on forward-looking analysis; support M&A due diligence and post-merger integration
Hire and develop senior leaders across accounting, setting up a durable organizational model
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required
15+ years progressive accounting/controllership experience, with 5+ at senior leadership
Strong technical accounting knowledge (GAAP/IFRS) and consolidation experience
Proven track record of leading large-scale transformation (systems, processes, talent)
Deep experience in IPO/public company processes, SOX, and SEC reporting
Hands-on leader who has built close-to-reporting processes in complex environments
Comfortable with ambiguity and building from ground up
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work across cultures and geographies
Preferred
Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
High-growth, complex, multi-entity operating experience (SaaS, marketplaces, payments, or real estate)
Benefits
Access to or eligibility for healthcare benefits
A 401(k) plan
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Basic life insurance
A lucrative stock option plan
Bonus plans
Company
Metropolis Technologies
Metropolis is building AI for the real world.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$3.53BKey Investors
LionTreeJP Morgan Chase3L Capital
2025-11-06Series D· $500M
2025-11-06Debt Financing· $1.1B
2023-10-05Series C· $1.05B
Leadership Team
Alexander Israel
Co-Founder & CEO
Travis Kell
Co-Founder & Chief Strategy Officer
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