Controller

Meow•New York, NY

6d•$180,000 - $220,000

About The Position

Meow is hiring a Controller to own finance and financial operations across the company. The Controller is accountable for the accuracy of the books, the control environment, the financial audit and SOC 1, payroll and benefits, tax, and the reporting used by the board and leadership. Meow currently uses outsourced bookkeepers for day-to-day accounting and the monthly close, and outside CPAs for tax. The Controller will direct these partners, determine which work should move in-house, and build the processes, policies, and systems the finance function needs as the company grows. This is a hands-on role with full ownership of finance at a fast-moving fintech.

Requirements

At least 6 years of accounting experience, including public accounting and time as a controller or assistant controller at a startup or growth-stage company.
Strong command of US GAAP, including revenue recognition (ASC 606) and stock compensation (ASC 718).
Experience leading a financial statement audit and SOC 1 or SOX controls work.
Hands-on experience administering payroll and benefits platforms such as Gusto, Rippling, or Justworks.
Experience managing outsourced bookkeepers or accounting firms.
Advanced proficiency with QuickBooks Online.
Comfort working autonomously on a fast-moving team.

Nice To Haves

CPA license.
Experience in fintech, banking, or payments.
Experience with treasury or cash management.
A track record of building finance processes from scratch.
Curiosity about AI systems and hands-on interest in using them to automate and improve Meow's financial processes.

Responsibilities

Manage outsourced bookkeepers, set the close calendar, review each monthly close, and sign off on financial statements.
Review revenue recognition and other key accounting judgments for accuracy and GAAP compliance.
Ensure every balance sheet account is reconciled and supported each month.
Evaluate over time which accounting work should move in-house.
Serve as the primary contact for external financial auditors, prepare PBC lists and schedules, and support fieldwork.
Own SOC 1 readiness and the annual examination, including documenting controls, coordinating testing, and remediating findings.
Design and maintain internal controls, including approval limits, segregation of duties, and finance policies.
Administer payroll, including approvals, employee records, tax withholdings, and filings.
Administer health insurance and benefits, including open enrollment, broker and carrier relationships, and employee questions.
Ensure payroll and benefits are recorded correctly in the books.
Manage outside CPAs on federal and state income tax, R&D credits, Delaware franchise tax, and state registrations.
Own 1099 filings and keep entities in good standing, including annual reports and registered agents.
Produce monthly management reports and financials for board meetings and investor updates.
Own budgeting and forecasting, and track profitability, margins, and cash flow.
Lead finance diligence for fundraising and strategic partnerships.
Oversee accounts payable, vendor payments, corporate cards, and expense management.
Maintain stock compensation accounting, coordinate 409A valuations, and keep the cap table tied to the books.
Manage corporate insurance renewals, including D&O, E&O, and cyber.
Own the finance tool stack and automate manual processes.