Director, Assistant Controller

Ladders; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 252,000 - 315,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity participation

Company bonus

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Flexible PTO

Wellbeing benefits

Travel coverage

Insurance package

Medical coverage

Job summary

Ladders in San Francisco seeks a Director, Assistant Controller to lead core accounting operations and build a scalable controllership framework for growth.

You willPartner with the Controller and CFO on technical accounting, financial reporting, and risk awareness, while strengthening internal controls for IPO readiness.

Qualifications

• CPA designation required; 8–10 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience managing month-end close and external audits.
• Strong leadership with ability to mentor teams.
• Knowledge of SaaS revenue recognition (ASC 606).
• Startup mindset in fast-growing environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the accounting function and implement a scalable controllership framework.
• Own the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
• Mentor and develop a high-performing accounting team.
• Lead the year-end audit and coordinate with the external audit team.
• Strengthen accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls for IPO readiness.
• Partner with the Controller on technical accounting matters.
• Drive process improvement initiatives, including AI tooling adoption.
• Keep the Controller and CFO informed of financial reporting activities and risks.
• Contribute to financial strategy and operational initiatives supporting growth objectives.

Skills

Leadership

CPA

SaaS accounting

ASC 606

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Director, Assistant Controller to join the team of a leader in the Business Services space.

This role will oversee core accounting operations and help build a scalable controllership framework to support continued growth. The position will partner closely with the Controller and CFO on technical accounting, financial reporting, and risk awareness. It will also play a key role in strengthening internal controls, driving process improvements, and supporting readiness for future public-company standards.

Location: San Francisco, CA - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $251,800 – $314,600 annually

Responsibilities

• Lead the accounting function and implement a scalable controllership framework
• Own the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes for timely and accurate results
• Mentor and develop a high-performing accounting team, fostering a culture of accountability
• Lead the year-end audit and coordinate with the external audit team
• Strengthen accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls for IPO readiness
• Partner with the Controller on technical accounting matters
• Drive process improvement initiatives, including AI tooling adoption
• Keep the Controller and CFO informed of financial reporting activities and risks
• Contribute to financial strategy and operational initiatives supporting growth objectives

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
• CPA designation required8-10 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in SaaS
• Experience managing the month-end close and external audit processes
• Hands-on team management experience with a focus on accountability
• Working knowledge of SaaS revenue recognition (ASC 606) and familiarity with ASC 350-40 and ASC 718
• Startup mindset with comfort in fast-paced, high-growth environments

Benefits

• Equity participation
• Company bonus or sales commissions
• 401(k) plan
• At least 10 paid holidays per year
• Flexible PTO and parental leave
• Employee assistance program and wellbeing benefits
• Global travel coverage
• Life/AD&D/STD/LTD insurance
• FSA/HSA and medical, dental, and vision benefits

Our client is an equal opportunity employer.