Accounting Director / Controller, Archive
$150-190k
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Resale operating system for brands
Job no longer available
Resale operating system for brands
101-200 employees
Job no longer available
$150-190k
More information about location
101-200 employees
Company mission
To keep products in use for as long as possible.
Role
Who you are
- You are excited about financial statements and are proficient with accounting and finance related software, as well as Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets
- You are extremely organized with strong attention to detail
- You have an analytical mindset and are able to pick up technical concepts quickly
- You are deeply self-motivated and excited to be one of the first hires at an early startup
- You’re excited about joining a small, early-stage team and are willing to wear many hats and work creatively to improve brands’ business and experience with us
- You are mission-driven and love the fact that the better we do as a company, the less waste we’ll see in the world
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, accounting, or a related field
- Strong understanding of accounting principles, particularly revenue recognition standards like ASC 606. CPA certification is preferred
- A minimum of 10 years of work experience, ideally with prior experience as a controller or senior accounting role at one or multiple startups (series A and beyond)
- Experience implementing new systems to improve accounting processes
- International accounting experience or working with US company with oversees entities (e.g. cross border pricing, VAT, reporting, etc.)
- Demonstrated ability to manage financial statements historically and projecting financial scenarios into the future
- Demonstrated project management skills with exceptional attention to detail
- Proficient with accounting and finance related software, including Quickbooks, as well as Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets
- Strong leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to delegate, balance, and prioritize multiple projects at a time
What the job involves
- We are looking for an experienced accounting professional to join our growing startup as our Director of Accounting or Controller (depending on level of experience)
- In this role, you will be responsible for managing the company's accounting operations, implementing and overseeing internal processes, and overseeing reporting internally, to investors, for audits, and reporting to governmental and tax authorities in the U.S. and where we have international operations
- Serve as the leader of our accounting function, overseeing and growing accounting team. Act as the main point of contact for the finance and accounting teams at brands, investors, and other stakeholders
- Lead reporting on financial performance to brands, resellers, investors, and other stakeholders
- Oversee the monthly close process, producing accurate and timely financial statements (monthly, quarterly, annual) in accordance with US GAAP
- Ensure proper revenue recognition practices are followed, including managing deferred revenue and subscription billing cycles, complying with ASC 606 guidelines
- Establish and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure financial accuracy
- Identify and implement new systems and processes, as required. Implement and manage accounting software systems to streamline financial processes and reporting
- Lead external audit processes and coordinate with auditors to ensure compliance
- Manage relationships with external vendors and partners, including banks, auditors, and tax consultants
- Ensure compliance with all tax laws and regulations, including preparing and filing tax returns, and advising leadership on tax implications of business decisions
- Location: US-Based. Remote, with some travel for in-person collaborative work. We also have an office in NYC for those who prefer to work in office
Our take
The secondhand fashion market is growing faster than ever due to increased consumer awareness of the positive impact it has on sustainability. However, the sale of pre-loved clothes almost always takes place on third-party marketplaces, preventing brands from capitalizing on second-hand sales and intercepting fake item sales.
Archive develops online marketplaces for brands to facilitate the resale of second-hand items, allowing them to capitalize on the growing second-hand fashion market whilst regulating the legitimacy of such sales. The marketplaces developed by the company are integrated directly within existing first-hand online stores, ensuring that brand loyalists purchase and sell directly through the brand without using external secondhand marketplaces.
Whilst platforms such as eBay, Depop, and Etsy facilitate the resale of preloved fashion items, Archive recognizes that they prevent brands from earning revenue and can lead to the sale of fake products. With 2025 funding behind it, Archive is contributing to an industry set to grow at a rate of between 10 and 15 percent a year over the next decade. Its offering to secondhand fashion markets is strong, legitimizing the sale of preloved products and advocating for a more sustainable fashion industry.
Freddie
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
76% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 3 rounds)
Feb 2025
$30m
SERIES B
Dec 2022
$15m
SERIES A
Total funding: $53m
Company benefits
- Health / Dental / Vision
- Unlimited Vacation Policy
- 401K Program
- Monthly virtual team events
- Bi-Annual Company Retreats
- Custom Equipment Setup
- Paid Parental Leave
- Office Space in NY and LA
Company HQ
North Los Altos, Los Altos, CA
Leadership
Emily Gittins
(Co-Founder & CEO)Experience as Senior Associate for The Boston Consulting Group from 2015 to 2018. Market Engagement Manager for GSMA from 2017 to 2018.
Ryan Rowe
(Co-Founder & CTO)Experience as Founder and CTO of Kimono Labs and as CEO of Mello, Inc. Forward Deployed Engineer for Palantir Technologies from 2016 to 2018.
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