Senior Controller
YOUR ROLE
FourKites, Inc. is a logistics technology startup providing next generation software platform for freight brokers and shippers to streamline their operations. Our connected devices platform is the most advanced in the industry and has been deployed by several freight brokerage houses in the country. We have Fortune 100 shippers and Transport Topics Top 25 Freight Brokers as our customers.We love what we do, and we love the impact we have already driven for the clients we work with. We believe in empowering our employees to be the absolute best they can be, and we aren’t afraid to have a little fun in the process. We’re funded by a great group of investors who care about our company and our team’s success.Your Role as the Senior Controller you will enjoy an entrepreneurial environment and be involved in the business from a financial perspective.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Oversee all AP, AR and payroll functions
- Software/Technology industry experience –ideally SaaS. Understands metrics and financial measures that speak to company health as well as strong understanding of the applicable GAAP elements such as revenue recognition
- Close the books and report out results monthly on a timely basis.
- Coordinate the annual budgeting and planning process; administer and review all financial plans and compare to actual results with a view to identify, explain, and correct variances as appropriate.
- Maintain company-wide short and long term financial and cash flow forecasting.
- Perform accurate and timely close process
- Manage and comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings
- Aid in creating first formal annual operating budget for 2017
- Continue to build out accounting team for future growth
ABOUT YOU
The Senior Controller will report into the CEO and be responsible for undertaking all aspects of financial management, including corporate accounting, budget & forecast preparation, and regulatory & financial reporting. This person will also assist with the development of internal control policies and standard operating procedures. This is an excellent opportunity for someone whom would like to perform day to day accounting and simultaneously be involved with FP&A activities and long-term strategy, as theController will also interface with the leadership team.
REQUIREMENTS
- BS in accounting / CPA
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in similar role or demonstrated equivalent experience with thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures
- Experience creating financial statements, building budgets, and creating financial models
- Logistics or SaaS experience is a plus
- Entrepreneurial spirit, willingness to build out functions and processes from a clean slate, roll up your sleeves attitude
- Accounting software user and administration skills along with MS Excel experience
- Experience building teams and working in a startup environment is preferred