About Sittercity
Sittercity’s mission is to make child care finally work. We pioneered tech enabled child care in 2001, and we connect millions of parents with babysitters and nannies every year. Recently recognized as a 2018 Chicago Innovation Award winner and one of the best places to work by Crain’s and Built in Chicago, we are building a platform that is radically simplifying the way we find, book and pay for trusted care. Headquartered in Chicago, we serve families and caregivers nationwide.
What You’ll Do
We are looking for a Controller to take on a key leadership role in a dynamic and fast-paced technology company. You’ll lead our accounting department, and work closely with the executive team to set and execute the company’s strategy. The role provides an opportunity to fast track your growth and development in an organization with a mission that has real positive social impact, in addition to aggressive business goals.
Our ideal candidate is not just about crunching numbers, but rather is someone who has an entrepreneurial spirit, is a self-starter, and wants to work in an environment where they can have a voice and an impact. You will be accountable for managing the company’s financials and supporting executive decision making.
Responsibilities:
Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, payables, receivables, revenue recognition, and payroll
Coordinate and direct the financial close process including full-cycle monthly and year-end accounting
Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to Board of Directors and other external stakeholders
Supervise staff accountant, and plan for organizational growth
Maintain cash flow forecast and regular analysis of cash requirements
Implement, document, and maintain internal controls and financial & accounting processes in compliance with GAAP and stakeholder covenants
Oversee stock option and capitalization administration
Manage external vendors, including audit, tax and valuation efforts
Prepare audited financial statements in compliance with company policies, GAAP and SEC independence rules
Manage annual budgeting process, maintain rolling forecast, and report variances
Lead technical accounting matters, including revenue recognition, ASC 606, economic nexus, and other standards changes
Comply with federal, state, and local governments’ legal and reporting requirements and filings
Oversee all HR functions—employee onboarding, terminations, benefits administration, workers compensation, unemployment claims, and 401K administration
Qualifications:
CPA certification
Experience in a position equivalent to a controller, with a proven track of implementing accounting best practices
Strong technical accounting skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Experience and interest in working cross-functionally
Advanced Microsoft Office skills
Public accounting experience a plus
Experience with NetSuite a plus
Benefits and Perks
Support for flexible and remote working environments
Food and healthy snacks throughout the day
Ping pong and on-site fitness center
Company events, social outings and volunteer opportunities
Open personal time off policy
Industry leading maternal and paternal leave
Great benefits package, including; health, dental, vision, disability, life, 401(k)
Sittercity is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other basis as prohibited by federal, state or local law.
