Assistant Controller — Global GAAP & Automation Leader

Function Health

United States

On-site

USD 150,000 - 230,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Function Health, an AI health platform, seeks an Assistant Controller to design and scale accounting infrastructure for rapid growth. You will own GL, consolidations, intercompany charges, and policy development, while optimizing ERP, AI-driven efficiencies, and global tax compliance.

You will lead month-end closes, build real-time dashboards, mentor the team, and partner with leadership to deliver accurate reporting for investors. A CPA and 10+ years of progressive experience are required.

Qualifications

CPA (or equivalent).
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
10+ years of progressive accounting and leadership experience, with a mix of Big 4 and in-house experience at a high-growth B2C or technology company, and experience with companies of scale.
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
Strong experience with multi-entity and multi-currency accounting, as well as managing international taxes and regulations.
Experience optimizing the tech stack integrating related tools.
Proven ability to improve processes and leverage automation tools (e.g., AI reconciliation, OCR invoice processing, automated close solutions).
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with evolving priorities.
Excellent knowledge of ERP systems, financial reporting tools, and revenue recognition software.
Proven leadership and project management skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and implement systems that support scalable growth.

Responsibilities

Manage the general ledger, consolidations, AP, payroll and intercompany cross-charges, ensuring compliance across domestic and international entities.
Design and implement scalable accounting policies, processes, and controls to support rapid growth.
Partner with the Controller to optimize a modern ERP, procurement, and T&E tools, and systems, with a focus on automation and AI-driven efficiencies.
Lead month-end and quarter-end close processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with GAAP.
Oversee accounting for international operations and support global tax matters.
Support external audits and investor reporting requirements.
Build dashboards and reporting tools to provide real-time financial insights to leadership.
Mentor and develop accounting team members
Stay current on emerging accounting tech, AI tools, and process automation best practices.