Sunny · 8 hours ago
Assistant Controller
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid Level
$110K/yr - $130K/yr
3+ years expSunny is changing the world by leveraging digital technologies to help people live healthier lives. They are seeking an entrepreneurial and detail-oriented Assistant Controller to support and improve the foundational elements of their back office, including accounting, payroll, and compliance. This role will involve close collaboration with the VP of Finance and will be critical in executing financial functions as the company scales.
Consumer ReviewsCustomer ServiceSaaSSoftware
Hiring Manager
John Chandler
Responsibilities
Support daily accounting operations including preparing journal entries, maintaining the general ledger, reconciling accounts, and resolving discrepancies
Maintain and refine the chart of accounts to support scalable financial reporting and budget tracking
Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including invoice entry, payment scheduling, aging report review, and collection tracking
Develop and maintain approval matrices for expenditures, ensuring appropriate authorization levels based on transaction type and amount
Implement and monitor signature authority policies for financial documents, contracts, and banking transactions Establish segregation of duties within financial processes to minimize risk of fraud or error
Prepare month-end close packages, accruals, and variance analysis for review by the VP of Finance
Ensure accurate and timely maintenance of financial records, schedules, and supporting documentation to meet audit standards
Support budget and forecasting processes led by VP of Finance through actuals reporting, accrual inputs, and variance explanations
Manage end-to-end payroll processing for all employees, ensuring timely submission and compliance with applicable tax and benefits requirements
Reconcile payroll reports and coordinate updates to benefit deductions, compensation adjustments, and employee records
Manage ongoing customer prefunding balance true-ups and support settlement reconciliation processes in coordination with internal and external stakeholders
Support customer invoicing and coordinate communications related to collections and billing discrepancies
Coordinate with Product, Operations, and Engineering teams to resolve financial transaction issues tied to platform operations
Monitor and support execution of compliance-related financial operations including transaction review, basic AML flagging, and escalation routing
Design and implement controls for monitoring customer discount approvals, ensuring proper authorization and documentation of all pricing exceptions Establish and maintain a discount approval matrix with clear thresholds requiring escalating levels of management review
Support the VP of Finance in rolling out financial automation tools related to billing, revenue recognition, vendor payments, sales tax monitoring, and compliance tracking
Participate in system testing, data validation, configuration design, and post-launch troubleshooting
Draft process documentation and standard operating procedures for all new systems implemented
Analyze current manual workflows and identify areas for improvement and automation opportunities
Ensure automated workflows incorporate appropriate control points, approval gates, and audit trails
Support the vendor onboarding lifecycle including collecting W-9s, running credit checks, gathering third-party risk documentation, and maintaining up-to-date compliance records
Review and track customer due diligence documentation required for onboarding and contractual compliance
Collaborate with Legal and functional teams to ensure documentation processes align with evolving compliance and operational risk frameworks
Serve as liaison for vendor and customer operational inquiries related to finance, billing, and documentation
Monitor and enforce contract terms compliance, including pricing, discounts, and payment schedules
Prepare audit support documentation, account schedules, and reconciliations in response to external and internal audit requests
Support technical accounting research and assist in the drafting of internal policy documentation under the direction of the VP of Finance
Assist the VP of Finance in coordinating deliverables internally and for third parties related to tax returns, quarterly estimates, state business tax compliance, and preparation and submission of 1099 filings
Maintain centralized tax and financial filing documentation and ensure required deadlines are tracked and met
Develop and implement a formal control framework aligned with industry standards (e.g., COSO) to address operational, financial, and compliance risks
Create and maintain a risk register to identify, assess, and mitigate financial and operational risks
Establish control self-assessment processes to regularly evaluate control effectiveness
Create, refine, and maintain process documentation, checklists, and SOPs for accounting, payroll, compliance, and reporting workflows
Assist in establishing and maintaining internal controls over financial reporting, particularly as new systems and workflows are implemented
Continuously assess internal processes and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency, control, and scalability
Track metrics tied to operational performance and implement feedback loops for ongoing iteration
Perform general administrative or finance-related tasks to support the VP of Finance as priorities arise
Coordinate periodic control reviews with Chief Legal Officer and prepare control status reporting for Enterprise Risk Management committee
Support the development of corporate policies related to financial controls, approval authorities, and risk management
Qualification
Required
3–5 years of collective experience in accounting, financial operations, and compliance
Strong understanding of accounting principles, close cycles, and reconciliations
Hands-on payroll processing and recording experience (Gusto or similar preferred)
Experience supporting financial software implementations or automations
Familiarity with vendor onboarding, partner due diligence, and compliance documentation
Proficiency in Excel (hiring manager is an excel “fanatic”) and comfort with accounting/finance systems
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
Successful completion of a background check
Preferred
Experience in fintech, healthcare, or compliance-heavy environments
Public accounting experience a plus (especially audit or advisory)
Exposure to AML, recurring billing, or payment processing workflows
CPA, CMA or other relevant certification preferred but not required
Benefits
Flexible PTO with manager approval
An extra day of PTO to volunteer for a cause you feel passionate about
Employer sponsored healthcare, dental, vision, short and long term disability, and life insurance opportunities
A company sponsored supplemental benefits plan worth over $2000 annually in 2025
401k retirement savings plan company matched up to 5%
Company
Sunny
Sunny is a SAAS company that offers software development services for consumer engagement.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$11.15M2023-12-13Seed· $8.15M
2023-07-13Debt Financing· $3M
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