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Shift5 · 3 hours ago

Controller

United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level

$180K/yr - $235K/yr

5+ years exp

Shift5 is redefining the future of onboard operational technology (OT) with a focus on cybersecurity and compliance across defense, aerospace, and rail. The Controller will lead the accounting function, ensuring financial integrity and scalability while serving as a strategic partner to leadership and managing financial reporting.

Cyber SecurityHardwareSoftwareTransportation

Responsibilities

Own the Core Accounting Function: Lead all accounting operations including general ledger, A/R, A/P, inventory, fixed assets, payroll, and the monthly/quarterly/yearly financial close process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with US GAAP. The Controller is a hands-on leader who not only oversees accounting operations, but also actively participates in key accounting activities, including reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close tasks

Scale Systems & Processes: Drive continuous process improvement across the accounting function. Partner with the Financial Reporting function to lead the optimization of NetSuite and other financial systems to build a scalable and efficient financial technology stack

Develop and Maintain Internal Controls: Design, implement, and maintain a robust internal control environment that safeguards company assets and ensures financial data integrity as the company grows in complexity. Develop and enforce accounting policies and procedures to ensure consistent, efficient, and compliant operations

Manage Financial Reporting: Prepare and present accurate and timely financial statements and reports for senior leadership, the Board of Directors, and external stakeholders (investors, lenders)

Oversee Complex Revenue and Project Accounting: Manage revenue recognition and project-based accounting across a diverse portfolio of commercial and government customers, ensuring proper cost allocation and compliance with contractual terms

Equity and Stock Administration: Manage all aspects of equity and stock administration, including option grants, exercises, cancellations, repurchases, and vesting. Prepare all equity accounting/reporting and financial disclosures/footnotes related to equity compensation. Partner with HR and Legal to ensure proper documentation and compliance with plan rules, board approvals, and securities regulations

Serve as a Strategic Partner: Collaborate closely with the FP&A team to ensure data integrity for budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis. Partner with Operations, Legal, and Contracts teams to ensure financial and contractual alignment

Lead Audits and Compliance: Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors, managing the annual financial audit process through audit report issuance. Oversee tax compliance in partnership with external advisors and other regulatory reporting

Mentor and Develop the Team: Build and lead a high-performing accounting team, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement. Develop team members’ technical and professional skills through coaching, feedback and training

Qualification

CPA licenseUS GAAP knowledgeNetSuite experienceFinancial reportingInternal controlsEquity managementAnalytical skillsLeadership skillsCommunication skillsTeam managementAttention to detail

Required

A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

An active CPA license is highly preferred

Deep technical knowledge of accounting, financial reporting, and internal control frameworks

A proven track record of scaling accounting functions, including developing policies, implementing systems, and improving processes from the ground up

Demonstrated ability to operate both strategically and tactically, thinking big picture as well as being comfortable rolling up sleeves to execute detailed accounting work

Hands-on experience with ERP systems, with NetSuite experience being a significant plus

Experience with equity management platforms (Carta or equivalent)

Excellent leadership and team management skills with the ability to mentor and develop staff

Exceptional analytical skills, strong organizational abilities, impeccable attention to detail, and a commitment to financial integrity

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex financial concepts to both financial and non-financial stakeholders

Deep experience within a private venture-capital (VC) or private-equity (PE) backed company is required

Strong understanding of US GAAP, including, but not limited to, ASC 606 for Revenue Recognition, ASC 718 for Stock-Based Compensation, and ASC 350-40 for Capitalization of Internal-Use Software