Controller, Telnyx
Full-stack platform for real-time conversational AI
Job no longer available
Full-stack platform for real-time conversational AI
201-500 employees
Job no longer available
201-500 employees
Company mission
To solve real-world problems, modernize the antiquated and automate the manual.
Role
Who you are
- We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Controller to join our finance team
- This role is ideal for a candidate with a strong background in accounting and finance, seeking to contribute to the success of a vibrant and innovative tech company
- Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- CPA certification is mandatory
- A minimum of 5-10 years of relevant experience in accounting or finance, with a thorough understanding of month-end close processes
- Prior audit experience, ideally from a public accounting firm or through an internal audit role
- In-depth knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards
- Proficiency with modern accounting software and advanced skills in MS Excel
- Exceptional analytical skills with a keen ability to work with financial data and generate insights
- Highly detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management capabilities
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven record of building relationships across various departments
- Self-motivated with a proactive approach to managing responsibilities and challenges
What the job involves
- Reporting directly to the CEO, the Controller will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial operations of Telnyx
- You will play a critical role in overseeing daily accounting activities and creating new or improving existing accounting processes
- Manage and oversee the month-end close process, including the preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and the accuracy of financial statements
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal policies by overseeing and analyzing general ledger accounts
- Resolve discrepancies and accounting issues in a timely and effective manner
- Develop and present detailed financial reports to aid in decision-making processes across the company
- Collaborate closely with various departments to ensure accurate financial transactions and record-keeping
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning efforts to align with company goals
- Drive process improvements in the accounting workflow to enhance efficiency and accuracy
- Stay abreast of new accounting regulations and ensure compliance with all applicable laws and guidelines
- Coordinate and support external audits, and maintain strong relationships with auditors
- Mentor and develop junior finance team members, promoting a culture of growth and learning
Our take
As businesses increasingly look to integrate AI into customer interactions, one major challenge has emerged: the underlying infrastructure isn't build for real-time performance. Many companies rely on a patchwork of providers for voice, messaging, and AI, which can introduce delays, complexity and reliability issues. This becomes especially problematic for use cases like voice assistants or automated calls, where even slight latency can disrupt the experience.
Telnyx offers a full-stack platform that combines telephony, networking and AI infrastructure into a single system. In simple terms, it gives businesses everything they need to build and run real-time, AI-powered voice applications without stitching together multiple vendors. Its platform supports things like AI voice agents, programmable calls and messaging, all designed to work quickly and reliably across global networks.
The company now serves over 14,000 customers, processes millions of API requests daily and operates infrastructure across more than 60 countries. Recent recognition from Frost & Sullivan and partnerships likes it deal with Telarus point to growing enterprise adoption too. And as more businesses move toward AI-driven communications, Telnyx is positioning itself as the underlying infrastructure layer that makes those experiences fast and dependable.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
-28% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (1 round)
Sep 2014
$1m
SEED
Total funding: $1m
Company benefits
- Flexible, global team: Reaching our full potential means hiring people from all walks of life. Telnyx allows employees to work from home, and we offer in-person options for team members in Amsterdam, Chicago, Dublin and Warsaw
- Modern life, modern accommodations: Working in the business of innovation means offering support to our team to help them stay innovative. Telnyx offers unlimited personal time off to help employees recharge
- Benefits based on location: With team members across the globe, Telnyx offers competitive perks and benefits based on location. Employees in Ireland, the UK, and the US are eligible for healthcare benefits, and US employees also have access to 401(k) matching
Company HQ
Civic District, Austin, TX
Leadership
David Casem
(Co-Founder & CEO)Co-founded Telnyx in 2009 and has served as the CEO since.
Ian Reither
(COO)Prior to joining Telnyx as COO in 2014, Ian spent over 3 years at Trexin Consulting as a Principle Consultant.
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