Interim Controller, Sovrn
Contract
Monthly Rate $13,000 - $20,000 a month
More information about location
2 days a week in office (Boulder, CO)
Advertising tools & services for content creators
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Advertising tools & services for content creators
101-200 employees
Be an early applicant
Monthly Rate $13,000 - $20,000 a month
More information about location
2 days a week in office (Boulder, CO)
101-200 employees
Company mission
To empower independent content creators and publishers to grow their businesses and achieve the attention they deserve.
Role
Who you are
- The ideal candidate brings a blend of technical accounting expertise, operational rigor, and strong business partnership skills
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- At least 8 years of accounting experience, preferably in a fast-paced and high-growth environment, including at least 3 years in a leadership role
- Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and financial reporting standards
- Strong knowledge of General Ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and month-end close processes
- Strong understanding of financial statements and accounting principles
- Experience with NetSuite, and high proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets
- Hands-on experience using AI-enabled tools in daily accounting tasks, enhancing efficiency and accuracy in financial processes
- A proactive mindset and a commitment to continuously improving processes, controls, and financial operations
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to build effective partnerships across teams
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, as this position involves handling highly sensitive and confidential information
- High attention to detail and the ability to process a large volume of information quickly and accurately
- Reliability and accountability for meeting agreed-upon deliverables and timelines
What the job involves
- As an Interim Controller, you'll play a pivotal role in managing and overseeing the entire accounting function
- You'll take full ownership of critical areas of the monthly close, ensuring that all financial reports are accurate and timely
- Ultimately, this position ensures the integrity of financial data and supports the organization’s long-term financial health and operational efficiency
- Lead and manage the accounting department, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, variable compensation, and financial reporting functions
- Maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports for accuracy and completeness
- Provide financial analysis and insights to senior management to support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning initiatives
- Manage cash flow, working capital, and financial risk to optimize the company’s financial position
- Ensure the accounting team is trained, motivated, and aligned with organizational goals and compliance standards
- Partner with Finance and other business teams to support accounting projects, assist with FP&A financial planning, process enhancements, and evolving business initiatives
- Contract Length Terms: 5-6 month, 1099 contract position
Application process
- Priority deadline July 31, 2026
Our take
The monetization of online content creation can be very lucrative but requires time, resources and expertise outside of writing. Passionate writers who focus on storytelling and creating inspiring content may waste valuable time attempting to develop their business, and hiring somebody to do this is often too expensive for independent writers.
Sovrn tackles this in a smart way by providing writers with simple-to-use tools that take the stress out of monetization. It works with publishers and advertisers to provide opportunities to passionate writers, allowing them to focus on excelling at their job rather than dealing with distribution, monetization and operations - all of which Sovrn is able to handle.
The startup claims to be able to drive higher revenues and scale a publishing business, at the same time as allowing writers to focus on what they do best. It has seen significant investment that will enable it to pursue acquisitions and support the further expansion of its platform with more capabilities to be added in the future.
Steph
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
-19% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 5 rounds)
Aug 2022
$35.6m
LATE VC
Jul 2022
$36m
SERIES C
Total funding: $132.6m
Company benefits
- Work at a company that values your strengths. See the results of your actions. There are no barriers at Sovrn
- First-class health benefits, wellness options, and a host of life-improvement perks that help you be the best you
- Retirement benefits, 401k matching, and stock options show we’re equally dedicated to financial health
- In-house barista, catered lunches and breakfasts
- Volunteer opportunities
- Flexible vacation and a focus on mental and physical health mean you’ll have time for life outside the office
- Learn new skills. Pursue great ideas. Take on new opportunities and thrive in a workplace that rewards your efforts
Company HQ
Boulder, CO
Leadership
Walter Knapp
(CEO)Having studied at the University of Colorado, they worked as a Partner at Cambridge Technology, and Novell Ventures for a combined 6 years. They worked as SuSE Linux at Novel, COO of Lijit Networks, and COO of Federated Media Publishing before leaving in January 2014 to found Sovrn.
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