Controller

JobGet•Boston, MA

1d•Remote

About The Position

As the #1 app focused on everyday workers, JobGet is redefining the future of hiring. Founded in 2019, JobGet began as the only mobile-first hiring platform for everyday workers. Since then, we’ve grown by joining forces with Snagajob, the largest hourly job board in the U.S., followed by Seasoned, the leading platform for restaurant hiring. Each acquisition has brought JobGet closer to the frontline, making the platform faster, smarter, and more effective. While most platforms chase volume, JobGet is laying the foundation for a new kind of hiring infrastructure focused on precision, speed, and real outcomes. Our AI-powered engine learns, adapts, and improves continuously. Employers don’t just get candidates, they get hires. Workers don’t just search, they get matched. The result is a more efficient hiring process with less friction and better results. We serve a diverse range of industries, from food service and customer support to healthcare, logistics, and manufacturing. With access to over 200 million job seekers, our platform leverages cutting-edge AI to match qualified, role-ready candidates, automating key parts of the hiring process for faster decisions and better outcomes. By combining scale with precision, we’re transforming how businesses hire and how people find meaningful work. Our mission is simple: to help everyday workers thrive by providing accessible, frictionless hiring solutions that deliver real results. Join us as we continue to build the future of work for the millions of people who power our world every day. Learn more about our culture here. Who We Are We’ve designed our values to be more than just buzzwords; they’re things we can do. We hope that our culture reflects our values by our commitment to living them every day. Make a Difference Every Day Teamwork - We make time to help colleagues across JobGet succeed. Excellence - We set ambitious targets, put in extraordinary effort, and persevere until we have accomplished — or exceeded — our goals. Innovation - We’re a team of creative, outside-the-box thinkers who thrive in a continuously evolving environment. To us, innovation is about questioning the status quo and always striving to do things better. Have Unwavering Grit Resilience - By remaining resilient and adaptable, we grow stronger as individuals and as an organization. Accountability - We operate with an ownership mentality where everyone feels a sense of responsibility to make us better and always act in the best interest of JobGet. Speed - We make decisions fast and execute them even faster. Bias for speed is one of our core strengths and a key advantage over our competitors. Grow Through Curiosity & Kindness Respect - We treat each other with mutual respect, kindness, and celebrate our differences. Learning - We ask questions and seek to understand by being genuinely curious & communicative. Culture - We believe that each of us is responsible for our culture. It requires self-discipline and the drive to contribute to something greater than ourselves. What You’ll Do We are seeking an experienced and strategic Controller to lead and scale our finance function across our U.S. and Canadian entities. This is a senior, hands-on leadership role responsible for owning day-to-day financial operations while building the systems, processes, and team needed to support a multi-entity organization. You will be reporting to the CFO . The ideal candidate is both a strong operator and a people leader, someone who can ensure accuracy and compliance today while designing a finance organization that can scale for the future.

Requirements

10+ years of progressive experience in finance and accounting, with a minimum of 5 years in a Controller or Senior Finance leadership role.
Direct, recent experience managing the full-cycle accounting and reporting for multiple countries, specifically the US and Canada entities.
Proven experience in a highly hands-on role where tactical execution and strategic oversight were balanced.
Experience supporting acquisitions, integrations, or significant business changes, with the ability to bring structure, clarity, and stability in evolving environments.
Demonstrated knowledge of finance technology and automation tools (ERP systems, reporting software, etc.).
Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP).
Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage a team and collaborate effectively in a high-pressure environment.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Canadian GAAP/IFRS is a significant advantage.

Responsibilities

Own and oversee all accounting and financial operations across U.S. and Canadian entities, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and cash management.
Lead month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely, accurate reporting across all entities, including intercompany transactions and foreign currency considerations.
Prepare and review financial statements in compliance with US GAAP and applicable Canadian statutory requirements (IFRS familiarity strongly preferred).
Manage cash flow forecasting, banking relationships, and short and long-term financial planning.
Oversee payroll compliance and accuracy across jurisdictions, including coordination with external providers.
Ensure compliance with all federal, state/provincial, and local tax requirements in the U.S. and Canada, including income tax, payroll tax, sales tax, and filings.
Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors, tax advisors, and other financial partners.
Lead and manage annual audits, ensuring a high standard of organization, documentation, and proactive communication with auditors and internal stakeholders throughout the process.
Lead, mentor, and support the accounting team, setting clear expectations and priorities.
Provide day-to-day guidance and coaching to ensure the team operates efficiently, accurately, and with strong ownership of responsibilities.
Strengthen team workflows, roles, and controls to improve consistency, accountability, and quality across all finance activities.
Partner cross-functionally with leadership, People Ops, and Operations to support business decision-making and ensure alignment across the organization.
Review and optimize existing multi-entity finance processes, identifying inefficiencies and inconsistencies between U.S. and Canadian operations.
Design and implement improved controls, documentation, and standard operating procedures.
Identify and lead opportunities for automation and system improvements (ERP, reporting, reconciliation tools) to improve efficiency, speed, and visibility.
Develop and execute a roadmap for the future-state finance function, balancing near-term needs with long-term scalability.
Lead the accounting team through acquisitions and integrations, including purchase accounting, systems/process alignment, and post-close reporting.
Ensure accurate, timely integration of acquired entities into existing financial, payroll, and compliance frameworks while maintaining business continuity.