Controller (1st hire) | Generational AI Lab | NYC / SF

**Controller (1st hire) Generational AI Lab NYC / SF**

$260k - $290k + equity

Talentedge are delighted to be exclusively partnering with an early-stage AI Lab on their 1st Accounting hire.

Backed by Tier 1 VC’s as well as household tech company Founders, Analysts are calling this a once-in-a-generation company who are predicted to shape the future of enterprise AI.

Key responsibilities to include:

• Continue to build & evolve the accounting function as the only accountant in the business, automating at every opportunity
• Ensure a smooth & efficient month end close consolidation process
• Business partner with 3rd party partners within global operational entities
• Produce and own monthly Board and Investor materials
• Provide subject matter expert advice on pricing and contract structuring as well as ensuring accurate revenue recognition

Profile:

• Big 4 CPA
• Hyper-growth scaleup experience, preferably with SaaS and usage-based consumption revenue models
• Demonstrable experience of building accounting functions from 0 - 1
• Preference for candidates who have experience with an AI-native ERP such as Rillet or Campfire
• Significant experience on partnering with Commercial / Legal / Sales teams on pricing and contract structuring
• Strong working knowledge of both US GAPP & IFRS

This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to be part of a category-defining company from the ground up.

Talentedge are a leading finance & accounting recruiter for the tech and media startup & scaleup community across New York & London.