Financial controller Jobs in Los Angeles, CA

Controller

At BuildOps, we're building a groundbreaking software solution designed to empower today's commercial contractors. From service management to project execution, we're reimagining how our customers operate. Our team thrives on ambition, innovation, and collaborationqualities we look for in every new hire.

The Controller will be a critical component of our finance team, responsible for managing the entirety of our accounting operations. This includes the production of periodic financial reports, maintenance of an adequate system of accounting records, and a comprehensive set of controls designed to mitigate risk, enhance the accuracy of the company's reported financial results, and ensure that reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). This position will report to the SVP of Finance.

What you will do:

• Oversee all accounting operations, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, payroll, equity, revenue accounting, and tax compliance, across a multi-entity, multi-jurisdiction SaaS organization. Ensure the accounting function is structured and resourced to support BuildOps' continued growth and operational scale.
• Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring timely, accurate, and efficient closes. Coordinate cross-functionally with FP&A, RevOps, Sales, Professional Services, People, and Legal to gather inputs, review entries, enforce deadlines, and continuously shorten the close timeline.
• Develop, review, and maintain timely and accurate financial statements and management reports in accordance with U.S. GAAP, including income statement, balance sheet, cash flow, and supporting schedules.
• Coordinate and lead the annual financial statement audit and any interim reviews, serving as the primary point of contact for external auditors and ensuring audit readiness, clean opinions, and efficient execution.
• Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and tax requirements. Manage and comply with local, state, federal, and international reporting requirements, including sales tax, payroll tax, and cross-border considerations (e.g., Canada).
• Research, evaluate, and resolve complex accounting issues, including the interpretation and implementation of new accounting standards and pronouncements, and prepare technical accounting memos to support U.S. GAAP compliance.
• Lead the evaluation, implementation, and optimization of accounting systems, tools, and financial technologies (e.g., ERP, billing, payroll, reporting) to support scaling operations and reduce manual processes.
• Develop and mentor the existing accounting team through coaching, training, and regular feedback to build technical expertise and leadership capability. Provide ongoing performance management, including goal setting, development discussions, and career progression planning.
• Design, implement, and maintain strong internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures to safeguard assets, support audit and SOX readiness, improve operating efficiency, and reduce financial and compliance risk. Continuously assess and refine processes as the business evolves.
• Analyze financial data and trends, and present financial results in a clear, accurate, and timely manner. Communicate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial performance to senior leadership, highlighting key risks, changes, and areas requiring attention.

What we look for:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• At least 10 years of accounting and finance experience, preferably in a fast-growing SaaS or tech environment.
• Excellent analytical, reasoning, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain partnerships with senior management, external advisors, and audit firms.
• Superior time management skills; ability to influence and lead others, and manage priorities in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex financial information in a clear and concise manner.

Compensation

• $225,000 Base + 20% Bonus

What we offer:

• Generous equity grant, become an owner in our company!
• A comprehensive benefits package
• Flexible PTO and hybrid work schedules
• One-time work-from-home allowance
• Hubs in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Toronto, and Raleigh with hybrid work schedules and lunch provided for in-office days
• Company events and team-building activities, both in-person and virtual
• Fast-paced, collaborative, and dynamic work environment
• Opportunities for growth and career advancement
• Chance to work with cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions
• The chance to get in on the ground floor and build something truly groundbreaking for ourselves and our amazing customers

We welcome applicants from across the U.S. where we are registered to do business and able to support employment. Currently, this excludes the following states: Alaska, Hawaii, Kentucky, Mississippi, Nebraska, New Mexico, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Dakota, West Virginia, and Wyoming. This list is based solely on operational and compliance considerations and is reviewed from time to time as our footprint grows.

About BuildOps

Join BuildOps, the largest commercial trade platform in the country, as we transform the multi-billion dollar commercial contracting industry!

We're not just talking incremental improvementswe're talking a full-scale revolution, empowering the hardworking heroes who build and maintain the infrastructure that keeps our world running. See why contractors choose Buildops here.

This is your chance to be part of a rocketship. We're fresh off a $1 billion valuation and a $127M Series C funding round (part of over $275M raised to date) led by industry-leading investors like Meritech Capital, BOND, and SE Ventures, backed by Schneider Electric (Reuters, TechCrunch, LA Business Journal). Our latest investors join our team of industry heavyweights like Next47, former Twitter CEO Dick Costolo, former Salesforce President Gavin Patterson, and Boost Mobile CEO Stephen Stokols. Their investment is fueling our aggressive growth and our commitment to equipping contractors with AI-driven tools to conquer chaos, boost efficiency, skyrocket profitability, and ultimately, deliver exceptional service.

At BuildOps, we're changing the game and doing the best work of our careers. You'll be a key player in a company that's truly making a difference for the backbone of our economy. If you're ready to tackle big challenges, work with a passionate team, and build something extraordinary, BuildOps is the place for you.

BuildOps is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

BuildOps will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act pursuant to applicable local and state laws.

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