Assistant Controller

Location: US, Bay Area or PST preferred
Annual salary: USD 140,000 - USD 170,000
Type: Contract (may convert to full-time based on performance and business need) 
Reports to: Sr. Director, Accounting & Finance

The Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic accounting professional as our first Assistant Controller to lead, manage and scale our accounting function and team. This is a pivotal role in laying the groundwork to in-source our accounting operations by establishing scalable accounting processes, controls and capabilities to support Nex’s rapid growth and business objectives. This role will be hands-on and instrumental in designing the team, operations, tools and systems required to create a high performing accounting function.

What You'll Do

• Drive rigour and execution of the month end close process in coordination with an outsourced accounting firm to deliver timely and accurate financial reporting
• Oversee and direct individuals responsible for the accounting activities and transactions of our hardware and subscription revenue streams to ensure accuracy and completeness. Deliver comprehensive reconciliations of A/R, deferred revenue, prepaids and inventory.
• Advise and propose technical accounting applications of current and future business activities which may include and not limited to ASC-606 and ASC-985
• Oversee multi-entity corporate structure and consolidations including maintenance and necessary changes to intercompany agreements Play and instrumental role in the annual audit process
• Establish accounting policy and procedure best practices to ensure GAAP or legal compliance and appropriate controls or segregation of duties Drive continuous improvement and scale through automation or simplification

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
• 7+ years of accounting experience, 2+ years of management
• CPA or equivalent
• Deep experience and knowledge of US GAAP, financial controls, tax and regulatory requirements
• Demonstrated success building and scaling an accounting team and operations from the ground up
• Experience and proficiency with leading financial/ERP systems and system implementations Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical abilities with meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively

Preferred Qualifications

• Consumer Electronics industry experience
• Early stage start up experience
• Experience with Supply chain, inventory management including an Inventory Management system (IMS)