Corporate Controller

Job description

AppZen is the leader in Finance AI software built to deliver autonomous processing for modern finance teams. Our patented artificial intelligence software uses deep learning, semantic analysis, and computer vision to accurately and efficiently process intelligence from thousands of data sources, documents, and images so that organizations can better understand financial transactions and make smarter business decisions. Over 1,000 global enterprises, including one-third of the Fortune 500, use AppZen's Expense Audit and Autonomous AP products to replace manual finance processes and accelerate the speed and agility of their business. Visit us at and follow us on LinkedIn.

AppZen located in San Jose, is currently seeking a highly motivated individual for the position of Corporate Controller, reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer.

As our Controller, you will be a key leader for the financial operations of our rapidly growing company. You will be responsible for providing technical accounting expertise, improvement of financial processes, and development of a high performing accounting team. You must be a hands-on, roll up your sleeves type of manager and should enjoy a fast-paced, start-up environment as well as the demonstrated experience building and developing a team. Equally important to strong management skills, the individual will embrace change and the task of creating an infrastructure to support future growth as the Company expands. Particularly important traits and skills include curiosity, intelligence, logical thinking, ability to prioritize, enthusiasm for change. This position will own all of accounting, including revenue recognition, general ledger, accounts payable, payroll, taxes, treasury services, equity and consolidation. The specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Responsibilities:

* Oversee all aspects of financial accounting at the Company, including financial procedures and controls, financial period close, and financial statement preparation and analysis
* Act as a resource to strategic partners across the business, delivering meaningful insight and financial decision support
* Oversee the financial systems and infrastructure to scale with business growth and drive controls, efficiency and accuracy of all financial reporting processes
* Oversee the Company's banking relationships, including cash management and investing activities.Manage the relationship with external auditors and consultants
* Oversee US and international tax compliance
* Be able to represent the company with the Board of Directors and external constituentsEnsure that all regulatory reporting requirements are met
* Provide adequate structure and discipline around internal controls
* Monitor and analyze department work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources

Qualifications:

* 10 to 12 years of progressive experience, with a public / private companyCPA license (active status) required
* Experience with a multi-national corporation; working with legal entities outside of the US required; SaaS/SW subscription experience a plus
* Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and key principles of application for a wide array of finance and accounting areas; experience with ASC606 evaluation and adoption a plus
* Superior analytical skills combined with solid business judgment and communication skills
* Modern process and tool thinking, specifically working with SaaS financial and accounting technology and robotic automation
* Advanced MS Excel and data management skills are critical; experience with Sage Intacct and SFDC is a plus
* Strong track record of successfully motivating, developing, and helping people reach their full potential
* Flexible and creative, with ability to learn new and complex concepts quickly
* Relentlessly resourceful and diligent
* Strategic perspective - ability to integrate finance, business, human resources and legal perspectives into accounting and other decision-making in the company
* Exceptional work ethic - ability to "roll up sleeves"
* IPO experience a bonus

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Equal Employment Opportunity, M/F/D/V

We are equal opportunity employer and value diversity All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.