✍🏽 About Writer
Writer is the full-stack generative AI platform delivering transformative ROI for the world’s leading enterprises. Named one of the top 50 companies in AI by Forbes, Writer empowers hundreds of customers like Accenture, Intuit, L’Oreal, and Vanguard to transform the way they work. Our all-in-one solution makes it easy to deploy customized AI apps and workflows that accelerate growth, increase productivity, and ensure compliance. Designed to provide enterprise-grade accuracy, security, and efficiency, Writer’s suite of development tools is supported by Palmyra – Writer’s state-of-the-art family of LLMs – alongside our industry-leading graph-based RAG and customizable AI guardrails. Founded in 2020 with offices in San Francisco, New York City, and London, Writer is backed by strategic investors, including ICONIQ Growth, Insight Partners, WndrCo, Balderton Capital, and Aspect Ventures. Our team of over 200 employees thinks big and moves fast, and we’re looking for smart, hardworking builders and scalers to join us on our journey to create a better future of work.
📐 About this role
The Controller is a key full-time position within the Finance department, responsible for overseeing the accounting operations of the company. This role involves managing the global accounting team, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and preparing monthly financial statements. The Controller will work closely with FP&A, GTM Strategy & Operations, and various other parties.
🦸🏻♀️ Your responsibilities
Manage and oversee the daily operations of the accounting department, including AP, AR, Revenue, and GL Accounting
Create processes and procedures (including internal controls) to help maintain accurate and complete accounting records
Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable federal, state, and local regulatory laws and rules for financial and tax reporting
Manage outside consultants and use their expertise where needed
Prepare and publish timely monthly financial statements
Partner with the external auditors to ensure a timely audit of our financial statements
Manage ERP cleanliness, working closely with IT as necessary
Coach and mentor key leaders in the accounting organization
⭐️ Is this you?
10+ years of experience in accounting, with expert-level knowledge of US GAAP
CPA required
Relevant experience in the technology industry, preferably with exposure to technical accounting and operational accounting
Strong understanding of accounting software and ERP systems
Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Excellent leadership and communication skills, with ability to work effectively with senior leadership and external parties
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🍩 Benefits & perks
Generous PTO, plus company holidays
Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
Paid parental leave for all parents (12 weeks)
Fertility and family planning support
Early-detection cancer testing through Galleri
Flexible spending account and dependent FSA options
Health savings account for eligible plans with company contribution
Annual work-life stipends for:
Home office setup, cell phone, internet
Wellness stipend for gym, massage/chiropractor, personal training, etc.
Learning and development stipend
Company-wide off-sites and team off-sites
Competitive compensation, company stock options and 401k
Writer is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to diversity. We don't make hiring or employment decisions based on race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other basis protected by applicable local, state or federal law. Under the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.By submitting your application on the application page, you acknowledge and agree to Writer's Global Candidate Privacy Notice.
