Senior Controller, AI Cloud - Scale Accounting & Compliance

Lambda Inc.; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 210,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision coverage

401k with company match

Flexible paid time off

Wellness and commuter stipends

Job summary

Lambda is seeking an experienced Controller to lead and scale our accounting organization during a pivotal growth phase. Reporting to the Chief Accounting Officer, you will build a best-in-class controllership function to support a multi-billion-dollar AI infrastructure platform.

This hands-on leadership role requires building systems, processes, and a high-performing team capable of operating at public-company standards while partnering with cross-functional leaders.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive accounting experience in a high-growth tech company.
• Experience operating in or preparing for public-company standards.
• Deep technical expertise in US GAAP with revenue recognition, fixed assets, leases, and complex arrangements.
• Strong knowledge of internal controls and SOX compliance.
• Proven ability to build and scale accounting teams in fast-moving environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of accounting operations including general ledger, revenue recognition, fixed assets, and lease accounting.
• Oversee timely monthly, quarterly, and annual closes across multiple entities and product lines
• Lead evolution of systems, automation, AI, and ERP optimization to improve accuracy and scalability.
• Design and strengthen internal controls and policies for SOX compliance and scalable reporting.
• Partner with Legal, FP&A, Operations, Treasury, and cross-functional leaders on strategic decisions.
• Manage relationships with external auditors and oversee audits and reviews.
• Build and develop a high-performing accounting team with accountability and continuous improvement.
• Serve as strategic partner to CAO and executive leadership on accounting matters.

Skills

Public accounting

Leadership

GAAP expertise

SOX compliance

Communication

Executive presence

Education

CPA

Big Four background

Tools

NetSuite ERP

ERP systems

Job description

Lambda is seeking an experienced Controller to lead and scale our accounting organization during a pivotal growth phase. Reporting to the Chief Accounting Officer, you will build a best-in-class controllership function to support a multi-billion-dollar AI infrastructure platform.

This hands-on leadership role requires building systems, processes, and a high-performing team capable of operating at public-company standards while partnering with cross-functional leaders.