Assistant Controller

LifeLoop; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

LifeLoop is looking for an Assistant Controller to lead and scale their accounting organization. This role will drive operational excellence across the monthly close and financial reporting while overseeing core accounting operations.

The ideal candidate will possess expertise in U.S. GAAP and will lead a team to ensure compliance and accuracy in financial practices. Strong analytical skills and leadership experience are required for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Expertise in U.S. GAAP, particularly ASC 606 and ASC 842.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in leading accounting teams and operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Oversee core accounting operations and ensure accuracy.
• Strengthen internal controls and compliance.

Skills

Operational excellence

GAAP compliance

Analytical skills

Leadership

Education

Relevant degree in accounting or finance

Tools

ERP systems

AI-driven automation tools

Job description

LifeLoop is seeking an Assistant Controller to help lead and scale our accounting organization as the company continues to grow. This role will drive operational excellence across the monthly close, financial reporting, technical accounting, internal controls, accounting operations, and systems‑enabled process improvement.

Financial Close & Reporting

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accuracy, completeness, compliance with GAAP, and timely delivery of financial results.
• Prepare and review GAAP‑compliant financial statements and reporting packages.
• Improve close rigor through analytical review procedures, variance analysis, consistent workflows, and clear ownership across the accounting function.

General Ledger & Accounting Operations

• Oversee core accounting operations, including general ledger, reconciliations, accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, inventory accounting, payroll accounting, accounts payable, billing and revenue recognition support, commissions, leases, and other recurring close activities.
• Ensure transactions are accurately recorded, reconciled, and supported by strong documentation.

Technical Accounting & Policy

• Serve as a technical accounting leader on U.S. GAAP matters relevant to a SaaS and technology environment, including ASC 606 revenue recognition, ASC 842 lease accounting, capitalized software, cloud computing arrangements, sales commissions, equity‑based compensation, acquisitions, intercompany and transfer pricing matters, and other complex or non‑recurring transactions.
• Maintain and improve accounting policies to ensure they are practical, current, and consistently applied.

Internal Controls, Compliance & Audit

• Strengthen LifeLoop's internal control environment through scalable policies, procedures, documentation, and review controls.
• Support external audits and tax preparation by coordinating requests, preparing documentation, and ensuring audit readiness.
• Proactively identify financial and compliance risks and recommend practical improvements to mitigate those risks.

Systems, Automation & Process Improvement

• Lead and support initiatives to modernize accounting operations through AI‑driven automation, system integrations, and improved data workflows.
• Identify manual accounting steps that can be streamlined or eliminated through scalable processes.
• Partner with Finance, IT, and business stakeholders to improve ERP functionality, strengthen system integrity, enhance reporting, and support future‑state accounting systems and tools.

Analytical Procedures & Business Insight

• Build and institutionalize stronger analytical review procedures across key financial statement areas.
• Improve the quality of variance analysis by connecting accounting results to business drivers, KPIs, budgets, forecasts, and operating trends.
• Provide clear financial insights that support decision‑making and improve the accuracy and usefulness of accounting outputs.

Cross‑Functional Partnership

• Partner with Finance, Engineering, Sales, People Operations, and other teams to support business initiatives and assess emerging financial implications.
• Coordinate with FP&A on detailed financial analysis, trend analysis, financial modeling, budgets, and forecasts.
• Support acquisition integration, new product or service offerings, changes in business processes, and other strategic initiatives as needed.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members by setting clear expectations, delegating effectively, providing coaching, and ensuring high‑quality execution.
• Establish strong documentation standards, clear process ownership, and ongoing training to elevate team performance.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, accuracy, continuous improvement, and practical innovation.