Controller, Steno
$130-170k
+ Options of equity
Court reporting services
Open for applications
Court reporting services
201-500 employees
Open for applications
$130-170k
+ Options of equity
201-500 employees
Company mission
To optimize the litigation experience with a revolutionary approach to deposition services created by attorneys, for attorneys.
Role
Who you are
- We’re looking for a highly skilled and detail-oriented Controller, who will ensure the integrity of financial information, oversee our audits, and support our growth and profitability goals
- You have proven experience as a Controller or similar role, ideally within a startup environment
- You have strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards
- You have advanced proficiency in financial management software (e.g., QuickBooks, Netsuite) and MS Excel
- You have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail
- You have the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic startup environment and manage multiple priorities
- You have strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams
- You are comfortable sorting through data to better understand the company’s financial results
What the job involves
- We’re looking for a Controller to join our winning team, which is revolutionizing the court reporting industry every single day
- Manage day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable, payroll, and financial reporting
- Continuously increase efficiency of month end close and shorten month-end close cycle
- Evaluate new and existing accounting tools
- Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations, as well as internal policies and procedures
- Establish and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure accuracy of financial data
- Prepare and present financial reports for management and stakeholders, highlighting key insights and recommendations
- Coordinate and manage annual audits and tax filings, working closely with external auditors and tax advisors
- Provide financial insights and guidance to support strategic initiatives and business planning
- Supervise and mentor a team of finance professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability
- Work cross-functionally with Product, Engineering and People teams as the Finance SME on projects as needed
Our take
Steno is a court reporting agency that offers services to legal professionals, government agencies, and businesses. As a trusted partner, Steno allows law practices to streamline their operations and work more efficiently, all while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and reliability in its reporting services.
Steno's services are tailored to cases that can take over a year to settle. One of the company's standout offerings is the 'DelayPay' product, which enables lawyers to defer payments for critical services such as court reporting, arbitration, videography, and interpreting until their cases are concluded.
Steno has experienced substantial progress over the past few years, with a growth rate that more than tripled in 2021 alone. Steno received $15 million in a 2024 Series B round as it begins to roll out its gen-AI-powered Transcript Genius, a tool for transcript analysis, indicating a culture of continued innovation.
Steph
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
Company
Funding (last 2 of 4 rounds)
May 2024
$46m
LATE VC
May 2023
$15m
SERIES B
Total funding: $67.5m
Company benefits
- Health, Vision, & Dental Benefits for employees and dependents
- Wellness/Mental Health benefits for employees and families
- Flexible Paid Time Off
- Options of Equity
- Home office setup, and a monthly stipend to cover internet/phone
Company values
- Be Highly Reliable: You need simple scheduling, consistent reporting, and customer support anytime you need it, without fail. So that’s exactly what we deliver.
- Constantly Innovate: Whether we’re building a remote videoconferencing platform from scratch or developing a firm dashboard where you can find all your deposition transcripts in one place, we’re relentlessly pushing to develop the technical tools legal firms need to
- Operate with a Hospitality Mindset: Your time is valuable—so we do everything we can to give you more of it. Every Steno client gets exceptional customer service with around-the-clock support. We’ll handle the details, so you can focus on winning your case.
Company HQ
South Park, Los Angeles, CA
Articles
Leadership
Greg Hong
(CEO & Co-Founder)Previously co-founded the restaurant reservation management system, Reserve (acquired by Resy/American Express) where they served as the CEO for 5 years.
Dylan Ruga
(Co-Founder)Currently a Trial Attorney at Stalwart Law Group, which they founded. Previously a Partner at Steptoe & Johnson and a External/Law Clerk at US Courts.
Dan Anderson
(CTO & Co-Founder)Previously co-founded the payment checkout process, Hail (acquired by Reserve) where they served as CEO. Also worked for the Zurich Insurance Company as Risk Consultant, Head of Application Security, and Director.
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