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Lightning AI · 1 day ago

Controller

San Francisco, California, United States

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$180K/yr - $220K/yr

Lightning AI is a company focused on simplifying AI development for both commercial and academic use. They are seeking a Controller to oversee financial operations, provide insights for strategic decision-making, and drive financial growth within the organization.

Computer VisionInformation TechnologyMachine LearningNatural Language ProcessingSoftware

Responsibilities

Oversee all financial operations including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting for Lightning AI

Coordinate and direct the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts and report variances

Prepare and publish timely monthly financial statements including balance sheets, income statements and cash flow statements

Conduct financial analysis to pinpoint trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement and cost cutting, pertaining to cloud costs specifically

Monitor cash flow, liquidity, and financial performance to support effective cash management and decision-making in respects to company runway

Manage and comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings; ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards

Support the executive team with key financial information and operational analytics, and drive a culture of accountability in managing the business

Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls

Leverage previous experience at a professional accounting firm and as a controller at a venture backed SaaS company

Lead the company through audit readiness, ensuring successful completion of all future audits

Qualification

GAAP accountingSaaS finance experienceFinancial analysisERP systemsBudgetingForecastingData-driven decision makingInterpersonal skillsCommunication skills