Controller

Join the Rapidly Growing Team at Attivo Partners!

Are you dedicated to excellence and eager to advance your career? Passionate about technology and startups? Excited to work with some of the most innovative early-stage companies in the world? If so, Attivo Partners is the place for you!

Why Attivo?

Attivo Partners is a fast-growing full-service finance and accounting consulting firm headquartered in San Francisco, with a presence in major startup hubs across the US. Our remote teams specialize in providing fractional CFO and accounting services to venture-backed emerging growth clients, supporting their journey from inception to over $50M in revenue.

What We Offer:

Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a talented team with extensive experience in venture-backed companies. At Attivo, we believe in teamwork and value the unique insights and creativity each member brings.

Culture of Growth: We thrive on the challenges presented by diverse and exciting clients, offering unparalleled learning and professional development opportunities.

Mentorship and Training: We are committed to nurturing talent and providing ongoing mentoring and training to help you grow personally and professionally.

Flexibility: We understand the importance of balance and are dedicated to maintaining a culture that supports your career and personal life.

Our Values:

Lasting Relationships: We build solid and enduring connections with our clients and team members.

Data-Driven Insights: We leverage data to drive intelligent decisions and impactful results.

Growth-Focused Mindset: We embrace opportunities for continuous improvement and innovation.

Collaboration-First: We prioritize teamwork and believe the best solutions come from working together.

Culture-Conscious: We foster a supportive and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.

Join us at Attivo Partners and be part of a team that's shaping the future of finance and accounting for startups. Let's grow together!

Role Overview

The Controller position owns all accounting functions at our clients and will be responsible for issuing client financial statements, including thoughtful and value-added fluctuation analyses, developing financial models, and managing departmental budgets and forecasts. The Controller also manages Attivo staff to own full-cycle on-chain and off-chain month-end close, accounts receivable and payable, payroll, and tax compliance. Experience with developing financial models from the ground up and establishing policies and procedures within a corporation is highly preferred. The ideal candidate has worked at or with early-stage start-ups and has a passion for helping companies scale and grow.

Responsibilities

Manage all general on-chain and off-chain accounting functions which includes performing month-end close process, eliminations & consolidations, preparing and booking journal entries, account reconciliations and variance analysis

Prepare monthly consolidated client financials including fluctuation analysis and budget vs actual comparisons

Utilize on-chain accounting tools to streamline processes and improve data accuracy

Set client accounting & tax policies

Define & implement ASC 606 revenue recognition policies

Direct activities related to efficient customer cash collection and vendor payments and overall cash management and cash forecasting

Build financial models to help clients manage cash and make intelligent and proactive operational decisions

Analyze company operations to identify operational and cost efficiencies and implement solutions

Create and manage KPI Dashboards

Manage general HR responsibilities, including payroll, processing employee onboarding & offboarding, and benefits management

Manage Token Accounting - which includes token warrants and token compensation

Oversee client tax-related matters to ensure timely compliance

Lead annual financial audits, as required

Manage and mentor accounting teams across all clients

Requirements

Desire to work side by side with a variety of CFOs and want mentorship

Advanced+ Excel skills and ability to manipulate larger data sets; experience with SQL a plus

Experience with standard software solutions: QuickBooks Online, Xero, NetSuite, Campfire, Brex, Ramp, Rippling, Gusto, Rillet, Carta

Experience with crypto accounting software (e.g. Bitwave, Cointracker, Tres) and reconciliation of on-chain transactions

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Independent judgment and decision-making

Ability to manage multiple projects/priorities at a time

Professional curiosity & creativity for innovation and financial transformation

Passionate desire to learn & for continuous improvement

Experience implementing workflow automation or AI-enabled tools preferred. Familiarity with generative AI tools and automation platforms strongly preferred.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred. CPA or CFA preferred

8+ years of progressive accounting experience with at least 2 years at the Assistant Controller level and above; multi-client experience highly preferred

2+ years of recent experience at a crypto native company. If you do not have professional experience, please share the ecosystem within blockchain & crypto that you are excited about and why, in your resume or in a short cover memo.

Experience guiding, mentoring, and leading high performing accounting teams

Experience working in a fast-paced technology and/or professional services environment

Professional Attributes

Professional integrity

High energy and enthusiasm, with a strong commitment to exceeding client expectations

Flexibility and openness to work on a variety of assignments, industries, and roles

Solution oriented, creative, and passionate about helping companies grow and scale

Confidence in professional aptitude and ability to effectively convey skills, knowledge, and qualifications to clients

Fast learner with high degree of curiosity

Team player with a strong desire to be an active, long-term participant in the growth of Attivo

Entrepreneurial spirit and passion for startups and early-stage growth companies

Location/Travel

Remote

Ability to travel at least twice a year for All-Staff Retreats & Regional Meetups, and as needed for recruiting vendor partnerships and networking opportunities.

Reports To: CFO

Salary Range: $170,000 - $200,000 - based on experience

Target Annual Bonus: 10% annual target bonus

Position Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Benefits

Benefits for full-time employees include: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (100% coverage for employees on base plan, 70% coverage for additional family members), participation in Flexible Spending Accounts and 401(k), 3 weeks PTO, voluntary Life Insurance & Disability plans, and work-from-home allowance. Primary caregivers and others requiring a flexible work schedule or reduced hours are encouraged to apply; benefits may be prorated for part-time hires.

Final Notes

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Attivo Partners is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. People from diverse racial, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.

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