Controller, Director

Posted 19 Days Ago
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San Francisco, CA
Hybrid
Senior level
Big Data • Software
Airbyte, The Open Data Movement Platform.
The Role
As a Controller at Airbyte, you will oversee accounting operations, manage financial reporting, guide technical accounting decisions, coordinate audits, and collaborate across departments. You will also play a key role in scaling payroll operations, developing accounting processes, and assist with international expansion and compliance.
Summary Generated by Built In

Airbyte is the open-source standard for Data Movement. We enable data teams to move data from applications, APIs, unstructured sources, and databases to data warehouses, lakes, AI applications and LLMs. With our approach we are finally solving the need for extensibility and control that every company needs with data.

 

So far, our customers, users, and ourselves have built over 15,000 connectors and have had 200,000+ companies install Airbyte. We've raised $181M from the world's top investors (Benchmark, Accel, Altimeter, Coatue, Y Combinator, etc.) and we believe in product-led growth, where we build something awesome that all our users love.

 

We’re committed to providing as much context to our current employees and candidates. The Airbyte company handbook is open to all.

 

Airbyte is in-person in our Embarcadero office weekly. If you find this role exciting, we encourage you to apply even if you think you don’t meet all requirements

 

 

Opportunity

As Controller, you'll own the future of accounting operations and reporting as we scale our business. Airbyte is stepping into its next phase of growth! You can help set up a strategic direction for the accounting team and impact the efforts of the entire finance department.

What You'll Do

  • Serve as the company's expert on accounting matters, partnering with other departments on structuring policies and overseeing all accounting functions, including general ledger accounting, AP & AR, and revenue accounting (including PLG high volume transactions with usage components and B2B Enterprise sales).
  • Monitor current regulation trends related to accounting and reporting issues and guide technical accounting decisions and associated documentation.
  • Own the timely completion of monthly, quarterly, and year-end domestic, international, and consolidated financials following US GAAP.
  • Coordinate and manage the annual external audit, serving as primary liaison with auditor leadership.
  • Coordinate with our people team to operate and scale the payroll operations, process, execution, and all related systems.
  • Play a key role in Airbyte’s future international expansion. Assist with related accounting projects and cross-functional efforts such as subsidiary setup and building international accounting processes.
  • Develop accounting processes, systems, policies, documentation, and controls, including ASC 606. 
  • Grow and mentor the team, ensuring they are set up for success in their roles and careers. 
  • Collaborate and build relationships with all departments, providing data and insights that help managers and executives make informed decisions. 
  • Explore and establish tax planning and compliance with all federal, state, indirect, and other applicable taxes. 

That said, these responsibilities are just the start! At Airbyte, we encourage you to contribute wherever your interests take you — and shape your role accordingly.

What You'll Need

  • Certified Public Accountant with progressive accounting experience in an established company, firm, or startup. 
  • Prior high-growth experience in a PLG and B2B environment a plus
  • 8+ years of experience
  • Enjoy working on (and meeting) deadlines
  • Can work independently and collaborate with a team, as projects require 
  • Are detail-oriented and able to find any discrepancies
  • Have the ability to carry out changes and translate data into useful information for decision-making
  • Like to roll up your sleeves to solve problems and build and scale an organization
  • Eager to grow your career and capabilities in a fast-paced environment
  • A passion for continuous learning and improvement (both at a personal and team level)
  • Excellent written & verbal communication skills
  • You share our values.

Location

  • San Francisco Bay Area.  Onsite, Monday through Thursday. 

Salary

  •  For this job- $211,000 + a generous equity package, and benefits listed below for US Market. 

 

We Provide 

The benefits listed below are for US-based employees.

  • Relocation - should you apply to a San Francisco based role, Airbyte will assist with U.S. relocation to make this a seamless transition and compensate you well.
  • Unlimited Paid Time Off - we need you at your best at all times. Our expected minimum time off of 25 PTO days per year lets you schedule your work around your life.
  • Parental leave (for new parents) - we offer 16 weeks of paid parental leave for all new parents so you have time to adjust to the new life (and work) schedule introduced by your new bundle of joy.
  • Sponsored Travel - Airbyte has a partially distributed team and we recognize the value of in-person time. We sponsor annual company-wide retreats, team offsites, and Travel With Purpose in between to allow you to collaborate with your team in person on a regular basis.
  • Open book policy - we will pay for books you purchase for your professional and career development. 
  • Continuous learning/training policy - we sponsor you for the conferences and training programs you feel would add to your development in the company. 
  • Competitive benefits package for US-based employees, including:
    • Blue Shield or Kaiser Medical Insurance 
      • Airbyte covers 100% for both employees and dependents
    • Dental (including child & adult ortho) & Vision Insurance
      • Airbyte covers 100% for both employees and dependents
    • Life and AD&D Insurance
      • Airbyte covers 100% for employees
    • Short-term Disability Insurance 
      • Airbyte covers 100% for employees 
    • Long-term Disability Insurance
      • Airbyte covers 100% for employees
  • Healthcare insurance stipend for those outside the US whose countries do not provide it for free.
  • 401k for US-based employees.
  • FSA (flexible spending account)
  • Work Visas We currently sponsor H1B Transfers, TN Visas, and Green Cards. All other Visa requests will be discussed on a case by case basis to determine if we can sponsor.



Airbyte is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, veteran or military status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 


Airbyte is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. Please let us know if you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability.

The Company
HQ: San Francisco, CA
98 Employees
Hybrid Workplace
Year Founded: 2020

What We Do

Airbyte specializes in open-source data integration, designed to centralize data from diverse sources into storage solutions like data warehouses and lakes. Supporting over 400 connectors and a self-serve, extensible framework, Airbyte enables organizations to move both structured and unstructured data seamlessly for uses like AI, analytics, and business intelligence. Airbyte’s flexibility in deployment—whether cloud, hybrid, or on-premises—prioritizes data security, compliance, and governance, making it ideal for complex, scalable data needs across industries.

Why Work With Us

Airbyte is extremely transparent both internally and externally. Our company handbook, culture & values, strategy, and roadmap are open to all. https://handbook.airbyte.com/

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