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Assistant Controller

170k – 200kNew York, NYHybrid6+ YOE
Summary

First internal accounting hire at a Series B SaaS startup. Own GL, month-end close, first institutional audit, ASC 606/718/350-40 technical accounting, and build scalable finance infrastructure. CPA with Big 4 + high-growth SaaS experience required.

About the role

What You’ll Do

  • Own the Close: Drive month-end close in partnership with our outside accounting firm. Maintain the GL, chart of accounts, reconciliations, and all accounting policies.
  • Build Audit Readiness: Lead Maybern’s first institutional audit for our next fiscal year: auditor selection, pre-audit readiness, PBC preparation, and fieldwork management. Build internal controls appropriate for a high-growth Series B.
  • Drive Revenue Integrity: Ensure accurate revenue recognition under ASC 606 across Maybern’s enterprise SaaS contract structures. Partner with our Strategic Finance Lead to reconcile CARR, ARR, and deferred revenue so our numbers are auditable and investor-ready.
  • Own Technical Accounting & Accounting Policies: Own Maybern’s formal accounting policy positions. ASC 718 (stock-based compensation): maintain the grant schedule, recognize expenses, estimate forfeitures, and handle adjustments for terminated employees. ASC 350-40 (capitalized software development costs): establish the policy and own ongoing capitalization decisions. ASC 340-40 (deferred commissions). COGS vs. opex allocation methodology.
  • Modernize the Stack: Optimize our current tools (QuickBooks, Carta, Rippling, Ramp, Runway) and recommend the right GL and accounting infrastructure for the next 18–24 months. Implement scalable processes and leverage AI tools to operate at a higher leverage ratio than headcount alone would suggest.
  • Partner Across the Business: Prepare monthly financial statements and contribute to board materials. Support fundraising activities and investor diligence. Coordinate cap table, 409a, and equity accounting (ASC 718) with Carta. Collaborate with our Strategic Finance Lead on financial forecasting, department budgets, and strategic projects.

Who You Are

  • Adaptability: You adjust quickly to changing priorities and conditions, effectively coping with complexity and change, and thrive as a self-starter who takes initiative without needing much direction.
  • Owner: No job is too small. You treat the GL with the same seriousness as the board package. You don’t wait to be told what to do, and you hold yourself to a higher standard than anyone else will hold you to.
  • Delivery & Impact: You consistently produce high-quality work that drives measurable outcomes and meets or exceeds expectations.
  • Technical Skill and Knowledge: You are an expert or are seeking to become an expert in your area and seek ways to improve your craft.
  • Attention to Detail: You maintain high standards by ensuring important details do not slip through the cracks or derail projects.
  • Navigating Ambiguity: You adapt and make informed decisions in situations of uncertainty or incomplete information, maintaining focus and progressing toward goals despite unclear circumstances.

This Could Be a Great Fit If You…

  • Have 6+ years of accounting experience, with at least 4+ years in Big 4 or equivalent and 2+ years at a high-growth SaaS or technology company
  • CPA holder
  • Have a deep understanding of US GAAP, particularly ASC 606 revenue recognition for SaaS and subscription models
  • Have hands-on experience with technical accounting standards beyond ASC 606 specifically ASC 718 (stock-based compensation), ASC 350-40 (capitalized software development costs), and ASC 340-40 (commission expensing). This means you’ve built the schedules, established the policies, and owned the positions not just reviewed them
  • Have strong experience owning and improving month-end and quarter-end close processes end-to-end, with a track record of delivering clean, on-time results
  • Have hands-on experience implementing or optimizing financial systems an ERP, billing system, or AP platform
  • Have experience partnering with external audit firms and can manage auditor relationships effectively
  • Have a demonstrated track record of leveraging the latest tools to improve accounting workflows in practice

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits: Maybern covers 100% of medical, dental, and vision premiums
  • HSA & FSA plans
  • Family-Friendly policies: Paid parental leave
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible PTO / sick leave
  • WFH as needed to fit your needs
  • 401k
Skills
US GAAPASC 606ASC 718ASC 350-40ASC 340-40QuickBooksCartaRipplingRampRunwayMonth-end closeExternal auditRevenue recognitionStock-based compensationERP implementation
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