Saildrone · 2 months ago
Corporate Controller
Alameda, CA
Contract
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$201K/yr - $266K/yr
15+ years expSaildrone is a company that designs and operates autonomous surface vehicles for maritime intelligence. The Corporate Controller will lead the accounting function, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance, while collaborating with various departments to support operational finance integration.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Big DataDronesManufacturingMarine Technology
No H1B
Responsibilities
Own the month-end and quarter-end close process and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting
Maintain the general ledger, chart of accounts, and internal controls
Prepare financial statements in accordance with the U.S. GAAP
Lead and manage annual financial audits, tax filings, and compliance requirements
Implement and enforce accounting policies, operational controls, and documentation standards
Oversee technical accounting for complex revenue arrangements, including multi-element SaaS and hardware contracts
Ensure compliance with inventory valuation, capitalization, and cost accounting requirements
Support DCAA, DCMA and other government compliance reviews ensuring defense-related accounting practices meet FA/CAS standards
Define repeatable financial processes that scale with growth
Partner with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Engineering to ensure accurate cost accounting of parts, builds, WIP, CapEx, and inventory
Support analysis of gross margin, unit costs, overhead allocation, and production scaling
Work closely with FP&A to support forecasting and budgeting
Evaluate and improve accounting and ERP/MRP system workflows. Netsuite experience a plus
Drive automation and simplification of manual reporting processes
Establish accounting operations infrastructure that scales with a multi-site build and deployment footprint
Build, mentor, and manage a high-performing accounting team
Establish a culture of ownership, accountability, and precision
Comfortable with a fast-paced, demanding environment
Qualification
Required
15+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a controller or assistant controller role
Demonstrated expertise in revenue recognition (ASC 606), inventory accounting, and project-based cost accounting
Strong ERP experience (e.g., NetSuite, Costpoint, SAP, or similar)
Excellent leadership, communication, and analytical skills
Proven ability to thrive in a high-growth, cross-functional environment
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required
This person must hold an active CPA
Preferred
Experience within SaaS, hardware/manufacturing, or defense sectors strongly preferred
Prior exposure to government contracting (FAR/DCAA) compliance a strong plus
Netsuite experience a plus
Benefits
Paid time off, including vacation, bereavement, jury duty, sick time and parental leave
Comprehensive and competitive medical, dental and vision plans, and HSA with employer matching.
Company sponsored life insurance
Stock Options
Annual stipend for continued learning and development
Quarterly company BBQs at our Alameda HQ (bring your friends and family!)
Free Bay Area Public Transportation via AlamedaTMA with the BayPass Clipper Card
Company
Saildrone
Saildrone is a maritime company that enables navies, governments, and organizations to obtain data required to monitor the maritime domain.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$299.5MKey Investors
Lockheed MartinExport and Investment FundBond
2025-10-29Corporate Round· $50M
2025-05-13Series C· $60M
2021-10-18Series C· $100M
Leadership Team
Richard Jenkins
Founder & CEO
John Mustin
President
Recent News
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Washington Technology
2025-10-31
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