Steer - Boston, MA
posted 5 months ago
Steer by Mechanic Advisor is seeking a motivated and experienced Controller to take ownership of the company's accounting functions and work directly with the CFO. This role is crucial for managing the daily financial records and developing strategic processes for the Accounting Department. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and capable of leveraging software tools to streamline traditionally manual processes. In this position, you will work closely with the finance team to bridge the past and present with the future of Steer, ensuring that the company’s financial operations align with its growth objectives. As a Controller, you will be responsible for the company's general ledger and will manage all accounting operations, including Billing, Accounts Receivable (A/R), Accounts Payable (A/P), General Ledger (GL), Cost Accounting, and Revenue Recognition. You will ensure quality control over financial transactions and reporting by implementing and maintaining appropriate internal control systems. This role also involves making incremental improvements to processes and procedures, owning the monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close processes, and working with team leads to control and report on planned versus actual budget/spend. Additionally, you will monitor and report on company cash flow, manage compliance with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings, and implement financial systems and software to streamline operations. Preparing for the annual audit and communicating with outside auditors regarding insights and material changes will also be part of your responsibilities. This is an incredible opportunity to contribute to a startup environment and help shape the future of the company’s accounting strategy.