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Mezmo · 1 day ago

Controller

Mezmo is a comprehensive cloud services-based platform focused on observability data. They are seeking a Controller to manage day-to-day accounting, ensuring accuracy and consistency during a critical growth phase, while partnering closely with the VP of Finance.

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Hiring Manager
Erin Momont, PHR
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Responsibilities

Own the monthly close and general ledger, ensuring accurate, timely financials
Oversee billing, revenue, AR, AP, and cash management, with support from contractors and external partners
Manage the outsourced accounting firm and hold vendors accountable to clear timelines and quality standards
Own banking relationships and cash controls, including monthly compliance and certifications
Coordinate payroll through an external vendor, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance
Own commission calculations and entries for Sales and Customer Success
Maintain and own the cap table in Carta, including option grants, exercises, cancellations, and 409A coordination
Manage corporate insurance programs and key compliance items
Support state and federal tax filings in partnership with external advisors
Lead and manage third-party consultants, providing direction, prioritization, and quality control
Improve accounting processes and reduce complexity over time—bringing order and stability first, then efficiency
Partner closely with the VP of Finance to support a lean, technology-forward finance function as the business scales

Qualification

Accounting experienceSaaS experienceCap table managementCloud-based accounting systemsTax compliance knowledgeProcess improvementCommunication skillsTeam leadership

Required

8+ years of experience in accounting or finance, including time as a Controller, Assistant Controller, Senior Accounting Manager, or similar
Experience working in a high-growth SaaS, tech, or VC-backed company, ideally on a lean finance team
Hands-on ownership of day-to-day accounting, including AP, payroll oversight, revenue support, commissions, and general ledger work
Experience managing cap tables and equity administration (Carta experience preferred)
Comfortable using systems such as Bill.com, Ramp, Zip, or other cloud-based accounting systems
Experience owning banking relationships, credit facilities, and compliance or audit-related requirements
Working knowledge of state and local tax compliance, with experience partnering with external tax providers
A track record of simplifying processes, improving accuracy, and keeping things moving in fast-paced environments
Experience managing or coordinating consultants, contractors, or outsourced partners
Clear, practical communicator who partners well with finance leadership, cross-functional teams, and outside advisors
Comfortable stepping into an execution-focused role that blends hands-on work with light team leadership

Preferred

Experience managing cap tables and equity administration (Carta experience preferred)
Interest in broader business partnership or FP&A exposure is a plus

Benefits

Equity participation
Competitive benefits

Company

Mezmo

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Mezmo, formerly LogDNA, is an observability platform to manage and take action on your data.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$108.42M
Key Investors
NightDragonEmergence CapitalInitialized Capital
2021-12-06Series D· $50M
2020-07-09Series C· $25M
2018-12-11Series B· $25M

Leadership Team

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Tucker Callaway
Chief Executive Officer
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Chris Nguyen
Co-Founder, Board Member
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