Assistant Controller - Growth Finance Leader

Cohere; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Cohere is seeking an experienced finance leader to own the month-end close, oversee audits, and drive process improvements across the organization. You will partner with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate reporting and strong internal controls as Cohere scales.

The role requires deep GAAP knowledge, leadership, and proficiency with Netsuite, enabling strategic insights and reliable financial operations across multiple entities.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong technical accounting skills and deep understanding of GAAP principles.
• Direct experience owning month-end close processes and managing audit relationships.
• Excellence in problem-solving and process improvement methodologies.
• Proficiency with financial systems (Netsuite preferred).
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and own the complete month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting across all entities.
• Oversee all audit activities, partnering with external auditors and managing internal control documentation.
• Collaborate on special projects including system implementations, process improvements, and acquisition integration efforts.
• Direct general ledger operations, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• Implement and maintain robust accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure financial accuracy and support business growth.
• Leverage technology solutions to enhance accounting efficiency and accuracy.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.

Skills

Leadership

GAAP knowledge

Communication

Problem-solving

Tools

Netsuite

Job description

Cohere is seeking an experienced finance leader to own the month-end close, oversee audits, and drive process improvements across the organization. You will partner with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate reporting and strong internal controls as Cohere scales.

The role requires deep GAAP knowledge, leadership, and proficiency with Netsuite, enabling strategic insights and reliable financial operations across multiple entities.