AI-Driven Controller: Scale Finance, Remote + Equity

Trust & Will; New Jersey; Remote; USD 165,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary + Equity

Health & dental, vision, life, and 401

Remote-first environment

Learning & development reimbursement

Job summary

Trust & Will is seeking a seasoned Controller to lead accounting operations for the company and its subsidiaries. You will drive month-end close, tax compliance, and AP/AR, while building robust internal controls to scale with growth.

The role partners with FP&A on cost analysis and strategic financial planning. You should bring 10+ years in accounting, 4–5 years in a Controller role, and strong leadership, communication, and AI-enabled process experience.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of accounting experience
• 4–5 years in a Controller or senior leadership role
• CPA certification preferred
• Experience with financial reporting and compliance
• Hands-on AI/automation in accounting workflows
• Experience managing and developing direct reports

Responsibilities

• Own accounting operations for Trust & Will and subsidiaries
• Lead month-end close, tax compliance, and AP/AR
• Develop and maintain internal controls for scale
• Lead audits and reconciliations with accuracy
• Manage accounting tech stack and liaise with FP&A
• Analyze costs and partner with CFO on financial strategy

Skills

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Leadership

AI in accounting

Education

CPA certification

Tools

Ramp

Rillet

Google Sheets

Excel

Job description

Trust & Will is seeking a seasoned Controller to lead accounting operations for the company and its subsidiaries. You will drive month-end close, tax compliance, and AP/AR, while building robust internal controls to scale with growth.

The role partners with FP&A on cost analysis and strategic financial planning. You should bring 10+ years in accounting, 4–5 years in a Controller role, and strong leadership, communication, and AI-enabled process experience.