Controller

Kasheesh • New York, NY

17h • Hybrid

About The Position

Kasheesh is the first platform to let you split any online purchase across multiple debit and credit cards—without needing a loan or a new line of credit. They help people access and manage their money in a way that fits how they live, earn, and spend today, aiming to give consumers more control and flexibility over how they fund everyday purchases. Kasheesh is a venture-backed team of fintech operators, builders, and designers. As Controller, you will own the finance function at Kasheesh, covering everything from month-end closes and expense reimbursements to financial modeling and investor reporting. This is the first finance hire, requiring comfort in building processes and working independently. The role is ideal for someone with experience in fintech or payments and a desire to have a meaningful impact at an early-stage startup. The Controller will be responsible for financial operations, compliance, and planning, owning the books, building and managing processes, and interacting with partners on finance-related matters. You will also be key in understanding the company's financial health and runway, and supporting financial reporting for investor communications.

Requirements

• 4–7+ years of finance and accounting experience, ideally in fintech, payments, or high-growth startups
• Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Experience working with or in early-stage, venture-backed companies
• Familiarity with tools and platforms like Stripe
• Comfort with BIN management, reconciliation, and card-related financial workflows
• Comfortable working independently and building systems from scratch

Nice To Haves

• CPA or public accounting background

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly financial statements
• Build and maintain the company’s budget and rolling forecasts
• Manage the general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, and expense reconciliation
• Work cross-functionally with department leads to manage their budgets
• Manage cash flow and runway reporting
• Maintain investor reporting packages and updates
• Support tax, compliance, and audit-related requirements (e.g. 1099s, state specific business tax filings)
• Own and improve financial tools, systems, and processes
• Help prepare for future fundraising rounds by ensuring clean financials and financial narratives

Benefits

• equity compensation package
• medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, including two fully covered options for individuals
• 401(k) match
• monthly wellness stipend
• basic life insurance
• unlimited vacation time
• weekly team lunches in our NYC office

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees