Corporate Controller

Swift Navigation, Inc.•San Francisco, CA

32d•$160,000 - $190,000•Remote

About The Position

Swift Navigation is seeking an outstanding Corporate Controller to manage the entire accounting function. This role is responsible for full-cycle month-end close, accounts receivable and payable, payroll, and tax compliance. The Corporate Controller will also manage the creation of financial statements and management reporting, oversee the organization's cash, and manage external audits. A key aspect of this role will be developing and establishing policies and procedures for the accounting team. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker passionate about making an impact at a fast-growing company, guiding the executive team in making sound financial decisions, saving the company money by decreasing costs, managing debt effectively, and identifying and eliminating inefficiencies. This role ensures the company has efficient and effective accounting systems, seeks to understand business drivers and KPIs, and is a collaborative team player with strong organizational and communication skills.

Requirements

7+ years of proven experience, ideally at high-growth public and/or mid-to-late-stage private SaaS companies with global, multi-subsidiary footprint
CPA and Big 4 public accounting experience or equivalent strongly preferred
Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, master’s degree strong plus
Demonstrated high academic achievement from top-tier university preferred
SaaS revenue accounting experience and solid knowledge of ASC 606 is strongly preferred
Competence with financial software and technology with NetSuite experience preferred, ADP payroll, Zenskar (SaaS order mgmt), Drivetrain (FP&A), Tipalti (AP mgmt), and month-end close tools such Floqast all pluses
Advanced knowledge of Google Sheets & Excel (e.g. arrays, power query, dynamic pivot tables, external integration) and basic SQL knowledge strongly preferred
Proven experience evaluating, selecting, and integrating AI-driven tools into core accounting and finance workflows to deliver quantifiable efficiency gains
Tax and audit experience
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with highest standards of accuracy and precision; highly-organized
Excellent Leadership skills and the ability to work well as part of the broader Finance Team
Ability to prioritize and juggle multiple projects while staying calm under pressure; problem-solver who can roll up their sleeves to deliver results while implementing solutions to support the company’s future growth
Passionate desire to learn & for continuous improvement
Ultimate team player with excellent written and verbal communication skills; can establish credibility, build consensus, and partner cross-functionally without direct authority

Nice To Haves

CPA and Big 4 public accounting experience or equivalent strongly preferred
Master's degree strong plus
Demonstrated high academic achievement from top-tier university preferred
SaaS revenue accounting experience and solid knowledge of ASC 606 is strongly preferred
NetSuite experience preferred, ADP payroll, Zenskar (SaaS order mgmt), Drivetrain (FP&A), Tipalti (AP mgmt), and month-end close tools such Floqast all pluses
Basic SQL knowledge strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Own day-to-day accounting operations, including managing and mentoring small dedicated offshore team.
Manage the invoicing process, ensuring timely and accurate billing, and oversee collections to minimize outstanding receivables and maintain healthy cash flow.
Oversee global payroll, accounts payable, and employee reimbursements to ensure proper coding, reduction in reclass entries, and timely payment processing.
Effectively manage global outsourced accounting, tax, compliance partners for the company’s non-US subsidiaries.
Manage close procedures, including preparation of the close calendar, monitoring close deliverables, review of journal entries and account reconciliations, preparation and review of flux analysis.
Manage annual tax filings, sales tax compliance, financial audits, and 409a valuation.
Preparation of timely and accurate consolidated financial statements and ensuring they are prepared in accordance with GAAP and internal company policies.
Develop/improve accounting processes; ensure internal control procedures are adequate, properly documented, and regularly reviewed, with a particular focus on enhancing use of technology and development of automated solutions.
Oversee equity compensation accounting, including tracking equity grants, managing stock-based compensation expense, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and disclosures.
Partner and coordinate with the FP&A and Financial Operations Teams on forecasts and supplemental analyses, ensuring compliance with local regulations and timely financial reporting.
Partner with company’s leadership team to drive meaningful business insights and help drive decisions.
Support initiatives to optimize and reengineer internal systems and processes related to lead-to-cash, improving efficiency, transparency, and accuracy.
Build and maintain strong, cross-functional collaborative relationships with all levels of the organization, ensuring open communication and alignment on financial priorities.