Controller
Controllers at AI companies lead the full accounting function—from monthly close and financial reporting to tax compliance and internal controls—while building scalable infrastructure that supports rapid growth and eventual public company standards. Unlike accounting managers who focus on operational execution, Controllers set accounting strategy, establish policies, and oversee multi-entity or multi-GAAP environments, often managing technical accounting for AI-specific revenue models like consumption-based billing and hardware-software bundles. They typically report to the CFO and partner closely with finance leadership, legal, and audit to ensure the accounting foundation keeps pace with scaling AI operations across new geographies and business lines.
Measured across 25 of 25 open postings.
“Modernize reporting workflows through AI integration — Leverage ChatGPT, Codex, and proprietary AI tools to minimize manual effort and accelerate deep analysis”
“Hands-on experience applying data analytics, continuous monitoring, automation or AI tools to internal controls work.”
“Proactive involvement in Finance Transformation initiatives to leverage AI and tooling to scale”
Skills
What companies are looking for in this role.
Internal controls and audit readiness
Close and consolidation
Process design and improvement
Compliance program management
External financial reporting
Enterprise business systems configuration
Accounts payable and procure-to-pay
Technical accounting advisory
Security risk management
Revenue recognition
Business insight analysis
Supplier and vendor management
Tax compliance and provision
Budget control and financial modeling
Data quality and governance
AI-enabled finance automation
Financial systems implementation
Technical team leadership and mentoring
Detail and documentation rigor
Change management
Technology
The tools and technologies that define this role.
Open Jobs
25 open Controller jobs across 16 companies.
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