Assistant Controller

Similarweb•Burlington, MA

13h•Hybrid

About The Position

At Similarweb, we are revolutionizing the way businesses interact with the digital world by revealing to them everything that happens online. Our unique data and solutions empower over 6,000 customers globally, including industry giants like Google, eBay, and Adidas, to make game-changing decisions that drive their digital strategies. In 2021, we went public on the New York Stock Exchange, and we continue to reach new heights! Come work alongside Similarwebbers across the globe who are bright, curious, practical and good people. Similarweb is looking for an Assistant Controller to join our US Accounting Team. Reporting directly to the US Controller, this role will play a pivotal part in ensuring accurate and efficient accounting operations and financials. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in accounting principles, with a keen eye for detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks.

Requirements

3-5 years of progressive experience in accounting
B.S. Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
High proficiency in Microsoft Office products required, with advanced skills in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, IF statements) a must!
Problem-solving abilities that look beyond the surface, and are able to dig into the root cause of problems, looking for the “why” and researching the solution.
Proven ability to research accounting standards and complex issues and apply them to real-world scenarios.
Accurate and detail-oriented with a high level of analytical and professional skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to prioritize workload and successfully meet strict internal and external deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Public accounting/Private industry mix is a plus.
CPA a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead the month-end and quarter-end close processes, ensuring all journal entries and accruals are posted with precision in NetSuite.
Maintain and evolve the internal control environment to ensure strict SOX compliance and adherence to corporate policies.
Work with external and internal teams in preparation and review of federal, state, and local tax filings, as well as registrations, and complex reporting requirements.
Oversee the end-to-end sales tax compliance process, including monitoring economic nexus thresholds, filing sales tax returns, resolving state tax notices, handling complex sales tax inquiries, and overseeing the registration process.
Lead the preparation for internal and external audits, ensuring proper documentation and compliance.
Collaborate with other teams such as AP, Billing, HR, Legal, and FP&A to streamline workflows.
Perform data analysis to identify and resolve discrepancies, research complex accounting issues, provide actionable insights and execute ad hoc projects.
Assist in the review of customer contracts and ensure revenue recognition in accordance with ASC 606.
Proactively identify inefficiencies in processes and implement automated solutions or workflow improvements.