Controller, Homebase
CA$177.4-230k
Offers Equity & Bonus
More information about location
2+ days a week in office
Employee scheduling software for small businesses
Open for applications
Employee scheduling software for small businesses
1001+ employees
Open for applications
CA$177.4-230k
Offers Equity & Bonus
More information about location
2+ days a week in office
1001+ employees
Company mission
To make local business teams unstoppable.
Role
Who you are
- The ideal candidate is comfortable identifying process improvements as they are closing the books
- We are looking for a finance professional who combines deep technical expertise with a demonstrated track record of leadership and the judgment to drive accuracy and adaptability in our financial strategies
- The ideal candidate approaches the complexity of a growing organization with rigor, curiosity, and a genuine drive to build something better
- An active CPA designation is required, in addition to a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience with at least 4 years of experience leading and coaching high-performing teams
- Deep fluency in US GAAP, with a demonstrated ability to apply technical accounting standards to complex, real-world business scenarios
- Proven experience navigating a complex financial reporting environment, including complex product offerings in a multi-entity environment
- Proficiency in NetSuite, Google Sheets, Rippling, and AI-assisted tools is preferred
- A mix of public accounting and industry experience is preferred
- Experience comes in many forms—so if you're excited about this role, even if you don’t meet 100% of the qualifications, we encourage you to apply!
What the job involves
- We're looking for a hands-on Controller to be at the forefront of optimizing our accounting operations
- This position extends beyond traditional financial oversight; it involves leading tax and financial reporting compliance, ownership of payroll operations, the integrity of our revenue infrastructure, and the ongoing development of our accounting practices
- Own and co-manage the month-end close process with the Accounting Managers, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting under US GAAP on NetSuite
- Manage cash flow, ensuring the business has visibility into its financial position
- Lead the year-end audit, including ownership of the audited financial statements and notes, and act as a primary liaison with external auditors
- Partner cross-functionally and provide accounting expertise to support billing and revenue infrastructure optimization, and drive the implementation of a new revenue tool (Leapfin) over the finish line
- Lead US and Canadian corporate tax compliance and filings, including SR&ED, transfer pricing, US sales tax, and HST filings
- Partner with the Payroll Manager to take ownership of payroll operations, ensuring Rippling is configured correctly, all compliance and tax obligations are met, and bi-weekly & bi-monthly payroll submissions are timely and accurate
- Own the accounting tech stack and lead the evaluation and implementation of AI-powered tools and workflows that improve efficiency and accuracy
- Manage and mentor a team of 2 Accounting Managers, 3 Senior Accountants and 1 Payroll Manager by providing coaching to support their development
- Ask questions, be curious, challenge old ways of thinking, and drive continuous improvement in how accounting supports the business
Application process
- Meet the Assistant Controller, Rafena B
- Participate in an Onsite Team Interview; Athena B, Anmol O, and Liz G
- Take-home Technical Assessment
- Meet the CFO or Head of Finance, Phil M, and Dan Bi P
- Meet the People Team, Kate K or Kristina K
- Background Check + Offer Stage
- Welcome to the team, Homie
Our take
Homebase provide employees and businesses with time tracking applications, with a range of other HR functionality built in. Homebase automates the process of managing employee scheduling, and also helps companies improve internal communications.
The company contributes to the reduction of paperwork in an office by turning an array of devices into time clocks that track hours and overtime, while also providing payroll support. This makes it easier for companies to remain in sync, running a more efficient operation as a result.
Given that Homebase's customer base of small businesses is not able to pay a lot for its product, scale is the key driver in the company's future success. With over 100,000 customers already, its significant venture capital backing will ensure that the company will be able to grow (notably it's investing in Canadian talent) to provide its services on a profitable scale.
Freddie
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
29% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 6 rounds)
Apr 2024
$60m
SERIES D
Nov 2021
$30m
GROWTH EQUITY VC
Total funding: $189m
Company benefits
- Stock Options
- Paid parental leave
- Generous paid time off options
- Offsites, customer days & social events
- Work from Anywhere Month
- Group health benefits coverage
- Group RRSP with employer match + TFSA
- Snacks + lunch on us at hub offices
- MasterClass at Work for ongoing learning
Company HQ
Yerba Buena, San Francisco, CA
Leadership
John Waldmann
(Founder & CEO)BA Political Science at Stanford. Associate at Boston Consulting Group, then KKR Capstone, before founding Homebase in 2014.
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