Assistant Controller

Jobot is hiring a hands-on accounting leader to scale our finance operations and help drive our continued growth as our Assistant Controller.

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Megan Helgeson
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Salary: $150,000 - $200,000 per year

A bit about us:

Who is Jobot?

Jobot is an employee-owned recruiting and consulting firm that has been redefining how companies hire and how careers are built since 2018. We combine experienced recruiters with advanced technology, including our proprietary software Jax and AI assistant Jeni, to help connect good people with good jobs!

Why join us?

Jobot is employee-owned, which means everyone here shares in the success we build! We operate with high standards, a collaborative mindset, and a culture grounded in kindness and respect. We also invest heavily into our infrastructure, so you have the tools and support to operate at a high level.

We have been recognized by Inc., Forbes, Fortune, USA Today, and Staffing Industry Analysts.

• Culture: Employee owned since 2024, we are a group of high-effort givers who believe that those who contribute to our success should share in it. Kindness + Respect is our motto.
• World-Class Resources: We have focused on implementing effective systems, such as NetSuite, to make our processes more efficient, so you can spend more time doing what you and your team do best.
• Leadership: This role will be overseeing our Accounts Receivable team, guiding them with kindness + respect and your expertise as we continue to grow.
• Income: We offer a competitive compensation structure with quarterly and annual bonuses.
• Events: We have events each year, designed to celebrate our hard work and success. Our annual CEO Club trip has brought our top performers to destinations like Bora Bora, Costa Rica, and Turks and Caicos.
• Your Time Matters: Give 100% to all areas of your life, whether that be time with friends or family, enjoying hobbies, resting and recharging, or working. So, give it your all, then unwind!
• Remote-first, work from anywhere in the U.S.
• Free Friday: take every other Friday off
• 2-week holiday break
• Unlimited PTO
• Benefits: Executive Level Benefits aren't just for our Executives. We offer the same Platinum level benefits to all of our employees. Medical, dental, and vision coverage with 100% coverage for employees and 50% for dependents, including PPO and HMO plan options

Job Details

The Assistant Controller will oversee day-to-day accounting operations, lead and develop a high-performing accounting team, and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting. This role combines operational execution with process improvement, partnering closely with leadership to build scalable accounting processes that support a fast-growing business.

What You'll Do

• Lead daily accounting operations, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, cash management, and general ledger activities.
• Drive accurate and timely month-end and year-end close processes, financial reporting, and account reconciliations.
• Manage, mentor, and develop accounting team members while establishing accountability and performance standards.
• Review and approve accounting transactions, ensuring strong internal controls and compliance with GAAP.
• Identify and implement process improvements, automation opportunities, and system enhancements to increase efficiency and scalability.
• Partner with leadership on financial reporting, audits, compliance requirements, and operational initiatives that support company growth.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership or people management responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and operational accounting functions, including AP, AR, and General Accounting.
• Experience working within ERP systems and advanced proficiency with Excel.
• A hands-on, detail-oriented approach with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Preferred

• CPA designation.
• NetSuite experience.
• Demonstrated success improving close processes, accounting accuracy, automation, or operational efficiencies.

More about our operations team:
We are the Guardians of the Bots! We are the glue that holds our family together. We have the special privilege of creating a direct impact on the success of Jobot.

As a member of the Guardians of the Bots, or Jobot's Operations Team, you will be working behind the scenes to create some magic alongside our Founder and CEO, Heidi Golledge. Together, we join forces to make the world go round at Jobot.

Where?
This job is remote, with a preference for candidates local to Orange County to attend in-person Operations Strategy Meetings.

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Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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