Assistant Controller

At Groq.

We believe in an AI economy powered by human agency. We envision a world where AI is accessible to all, a world that demands processing power that is better, faster, and more affordable than is available today. AI applications are currently constrained by the limitations of the Graphics Processing Unit (GPU), a technology originally developed for the gaming market and soon to become the weakest link in the AI economy.

Enter Groq's LPU™ Inference Engine.

Specifically engineered for the demands of large language models (LLMs), the Language Processing Unit outpaces the GPU in speed, power, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. The quickest way to understand the opportunity is to watch the following talk –

groq.link/scspdemo.

Why join Groq?

AI will change humanity forever, and we believe preservation of human agency and self determination is only possible if AI is made affordably and universally accessible. Groq’s LPUs will power AI from an early stage, and you will get to leave your fingerprint on civilization.

Assistant Controller

Mission:

Provide accounting leadership and ensure the integrity of our financial records through timely and accurate financial reporting, while driving process improvements and maintaining a strong focus on audit readiness,  future SOX compliance & internal controls.

Responsibilities & opportunities in this role:

• Responsible for day-to-day accounting transactions including: general ledger, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, equity accounting, debt and lease accounting, stock admin accounting, accruals, fixed assets and corporate taxation
• Own and manage a timely, disciplined and accurate monthly accounting close process
• Own and manage monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting (US and other international jurisdictions), including consolidations, intercompany accounting, chart of accounts maintenance and journal entries
• Establish, monitor and update accounting processes across the organization including developing policies to ensure compliance under US GAAP/SEC, Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) Compliance and other statutory regulations
• Establish and nurture a continuous improvement approach to improve accounting operations efficiencies, effectiveness, and scalability, including the development and execution of policy, processes, and systems
• Supervise and review reconciliations within financial reporting to ensure accurate and complete financial information
• Support historical reporting of financial metrics (IS, BS, CFS, Statement of Shareholder Equity) to US GAAP standards. Develop GAAP to non-GAAP reconciliations
• Support path to audit readiness, internal SOX 404 readiness and external financial audits and M&A activities
• Partner with FP&A team to ensure accuracy of financial information and maintain close review of revenue, expenses, assets and liabilities
• Ability to flex into technical accounting areas including tax, equity and lease accounting, preparation of technical accounting memos and communication of technical accounting conclusions to management
• Lead special projects as needed, working closely with executive management

Ideal candidates have/are:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience; ideally, a public accounting/ industry mix, including experience scaling accounting function
• CPA required (Active preferred)
• Big 4 public accounting firm experience a plus
• Strong operational understanding of US GAAP and accounting procedures
• Hands-on core accounting operational experience required with ability to dive into the details
• Experience designing and implementing new policies and procedures.
• Proven ability to identify and drive process and system improvements
• Highest level of integrity and ethical standards; strong organizational and analytical skills
• Must have excellent communication skills and ability to present to senior management
• Team player, strong interpersonal skills including conscientiousness, diplomacy, flexibility, dependability (and a good sense of humor)
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive, collaborative attitude and providing exemplary customer service
• Required experience with Netsuite (Quickbooks, Bill.com and Expensify a bonus)

Attributes of a Groqster:

• Humility - Egos are checked at the door
• Collaborative & Team Savvy - We make up the smartest person in the room, together
• Growth & Giver Mindset - Learn it all versus know it all, we share knowledge generously
• Curious & Innovative - Take a creative approach to projects, problems, and design
• Passion, Grit, & Boldness - no limit thinking, fueling informed risk taking

Compensation:

At Groq, a competitive base salary is part of our comprehensive compensation package, which includes equity and benefits. For this role, the base salary range is $143,600 to $251,300, determined by your skills, qualifications, experience and internal benchmarks.

Location: 

Groq is a geo-agnostic company, meaning you work where you are. Exceptional candidates will thrive in asynchronous partnerships and remote collaboration methods. Some roles may require being located near our primary sites, as indicated in the job description.  

At Groq:

Our goal is to hire and promote an exceptional workforce as diverse as the global populations we serve. Groq is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and belonging in all aspects of our organization. We value and celebrate diversity in thought, beliefs, talent, expression, and backgrounds. We know that our individual differences make us better.