AI-Driven Controller: Global Billing & Finance Lead

Openkrill; United States; Remote; USD 77,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

turbopuffer is seeking a Controller (based in Canada) to evolve the finance function within a fast-growing startup. You will own month-end close, lead a major ERP migration to an AI-native platform, and coordinate AI-driven finance workflows while overseeing global payroll and multi-country compliance.

You will work closely with the CFO, drive forecasting, and manage billing operations with a focus on audit readiness and robust internal controls.

Qualifications

• CPA with deep US GAAP accounting experience, ideally from an audited environment.
• Progressive experience at high-growth tech startups.
• Ability to rapidly shift context and rebalance priorities.
• Proven track record deploying AI agents to automate tasks.

Responsibilities

• Own month-end close, reporting, variance analysis, and memo prep.
• Lead ERP migration to an AI-native platform and oversee config.
• Expand AI orchestration for finance to automate repeatable work.
• Be the billing systems lead and oversee billing operations daily.
• Oversee multi-country payroll, benefits, commissions, and equity.
• Coordinate with external providers for global tax compliance.
• Maintain audit-ready controls and supporting memos.
• Coordinate agents to execute transactional accounting.
• Collaborate on financial planning and rolling forecasts.
• Tackle ad hoc projects as they arise.

Skills

US GAAP knowledge

Auditing experience

Adaptability in fast-paced env

AI agents deployment experience

Leadership & cross-functional

Education

CPA certification

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SQL

Python

Job description

turbopuffer is seeking a Controller (based in Canada) to evolve the finance function within a fast-growing startup. You will own month-end close, lead a major ERP migration to an AI-native platform, and coordinate AI-driven finance workflows while overseeing global payroll and multi-country compliance.

You will work closely with the CFO, drive forecasting, and manage billing operations with a focus on audit readiness and robust internal controls.