Controller

Cardlytics

26d

About The Position

Cardlytics is seeking a Controller to join our Finance leadership team, reporting directly to the CFO. This role will serve as the senior-most accounting leader at the company, with end-to-end ownership of the controllership function, including financial reporting, technical accounting, tax, treasury, revenue, and corporate accounting. The Controller will be responsible for ensuring the integrity of the company’s financials, maintaining a best-in-class control environment, and enabling the business through strong financial stewardship. This role requires a strategic, hands-on leader who can operate effectively at scale, influence cross-functional partners, and continuously evolve processes, systems, and teams to meet the needs of a public company environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required
• 12-15+ years of progressive accounting experience, including public company and/or Big 4 experience
• Significant leadership experience overseeing multiple accounting functions in a complex organization
• Experience navigating complex accounting disclosures and internal control discussions within a Board or Audit Committee setting.
• Deep expertise in GAAP, SEC reporting, and internal controls (SOX)
• Proven ability to operate at a strategic level while maintaining strong operational oversight
• Experience working with a suite of finance systems including ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite) and financial reporting tools (e.g., Workiva)
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience in technology, fintech, or advertising/marketing platforms
• Prior Controller or Assistant Controller experience in a public company environment
• Experience leading global accounting organizations
• Familiarity with technical research tools (e.g., Intelligize)
• Demonstrated success in evolving accounting processes and infrastructure at scale

Responsibilities

• Serve as the company’s senior accounting leader with full ownership of the controllership function, including financial reporting, technical accounting, revenue, tax, treasury, and corporate accounting
• Set the vision and operating model for accounting, ensuring alignment with business strategy, operational needs, and regulatory requirements
• Maintain ultimate accountability for the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of the company’s financial statements
• Oversee the global close and consolidation process through team leadership, ensuring rigor, scalability, and continuous improvement
• Own the company’s SEC reporting strategy and governance, including oversight and final review of all external filings and disclosures
• Act as the primary accounting liaison with external auditors and regulatory bodies, driving an efficient and high-quality audit process
• Provide executive oversight of technical accounting matters, including review and approval of conclusions on complex or non-routine transactions and adoption of new accounting standards
• Own the design, effectiveness, and continuous improvement of internal controls over financial reporting (SOX), ensuring a strong and scalable control environment
• Oversee tax strategy, compliance, and reporting, in partnership with external advisors
• Oversee treasury operations, including liquidity management, capital planning, and banking relationships
• Lead, develop, and scale a high-performing accounting organization, establishing clear structure, accountability, and succession planning across teams
• Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Product, Legal, Sales, and the People Team to support business initiatives and ensure appropriate accounting treatment
• Provide financial leadership and insight to support strategic decision-making and operational execution across the organization
• Drive continuous improvement of systems, processes, and policies to enhance efficiency, scalability, and financial data integrity

Benefits

• Flexible paid time off plus company holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance begins on your first day
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match, plan also includes a student loan debt repayment option
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Educational assistance for continuing education
• Lifestyle Spending Account for physical, emotional, and financial wellness (like gym memberships, home down payments, art classes, park passes, and more!)
• Complimentary Calm app subscriptions to support employee mental health and wellbeing

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees