Financial Controller (Director)

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About the role

Now as we enter an ambitious new stage of growth we're looking for a Financial Controller to own the integrity of our financial reporting and transform how it's produced. This is a hands-on build-and-lead role modernizing our systems bringing the accounting function to full US GAAP rigor and building a leaner more automated finance organization reporting directly to the CFO. Why this role Most Controller roles are about keeping the financial engine running. This one is about rebuilding and fine-tuning that engine so we're ready to scale commercially. You will rebuild our accounting function from first principles with the resources of a profitable PE-backed company behind you. For a finance leader who would rather design the system than inherit it that combination is rare A genuine greenfield build Rebuild the accounting function from the chart of accounts up — systems close controls and reporting — and bring it to full US GAAP rigor as we scale. Own the technology Move us off legacy tooling onto a modern AI-native ERP and design an operating model built around automation from day one. AI-native by design. Build a lean senior team modeled on the most automated finance orgs in tech — where expert people focus on judgment and impact and AI handles manual work. Real ownership and a career-defining role Own the accounting function end to end lead an established team and partner with the CFO as they focus on strategic finance and treasury—building the experience that prepares you for your next leadership role. Startup-like canvas scale-up rewards The build-from-scratch experience of an early-stage company with compensation set well above typical early-stage benchmarks plus potential equity in a business entering its next growth phase.

What you’ll own

Accounting & Close Own the monthly quarterly and annual close delivering accurate timely consolidated financials. Own the general ledger technical accounting and financial reporting — including revenue recognition across domains renewals hosting subscriptions and marketplace/auction transactions deferred revenue and multi-currency and intercompany accounting. Oversee accounting across diverse payment rails (cards PayPal crypto bank transfer) and reconcile high-volume low-value transaction flows. Design and run an internal controls framework across multiple entities currencies and jurisdictions — right-sized to our stage. Prepare board- and sponsor-ready reporting partner with FP&A on variance analysis and manage relationships with external auditors tax advisors and banking partners. Rebuild & Transformation Re-architect the accounting foundations from first principles and bring the function to full US GAAP rigor. Partner with the CFO to select a modern AI-native ERP then lead the end-to-end implementation — design data migration testing and go-live — moving us off legacy tooling. Re-engineer close reporting and controls to be scalable automated and audit-ready as the business grows. Lead change management across finance and adjacent functions (revenue operations billing product) and manage the transformation to measurable outcomes. An AI-First Operating Model Build accounting operations around automation from the ground up — close automation reconciliation anomaly detection and AI-assisted reporting and analysis. Design a lean high-seniority team where experts focus on judgment and impact while AI handles the manual work moving beyond a traditional monthly-close cadence. Evaluate and adopt emerging finance-AI tooling consistent with the AI-embedded philosophy already built into our own products. Team Leadership Lead and develop an established accounting team reshaping structure and ownership as the operating model evolves. Set the standard for a build-first culture — clear processes strong documentation and continuous improvement over legacy manual habits.

What you’ll bring

Big Four foundations You trained at a top-tier global accounting firm ideally with multi-entity consolidations and multi-currency environments and US GAAP exposure. CPA or an equivalent international qualification (e.g. ACCA CA). 8+ years of progressive accounting experience including time as a Controller or Assistant Controller. Deep technical accounting expertise ASC 606 (multi-element marketplace and subscription revenue) ASC 350 (goodwill intangibles and capitalized software) ASC 830 (multi-currency operations) and ASC 805 (business combinations) — with the judgment to handle what's not in the textbook (e.g. crypto payment accounting under ASU 2023-08). Hands-on ERP implementation experience You’ve led or heavily contributed to a major ERP rollout not just operated within one. Experience in high-volume low-ACV transaction flows (e-commerce subscription SaaS or marketplace) is a strong plus. A first-principles builder You’d rather design systems than maintain them and you’re energized by ambiguity and a blank canvas. A proven transformation and change leader with specific processes you’ve rebuilt systems you’ve implemented and teams you’ve upskilled. A genuine AI-native mindset Real experience automating finance workflows and a clear point of view on where AI creates leverage in close reporting and controls. Comfort with the control and audit rigor of a larger or public company — and the judgment to right-size it for our stage. What success looks like in year one A new or significantly re-architected ERP live and stable with the accounting team fully transitioned onto it A documented finance transformation roadmap with clear milestones beyond year one Close is faster and materially less manual with automation embedded across reconciliation and reporting. A strengthened internal controls framework appropriate to our scale and transaction complexity The accounting foundations are rebuilt to full US GAAP rigor from the chart of accounts up. The team is reshaped into a leaner more senior structure with clear ownership. You’ve built a trusted partnership with the CFO executive leadership and CVC. How we hire We keep our process focused and respectful of your time with three stages Intro conversation with the Head of Global Talent Acquisition to align on the role and your goals. Case-study interview with the CFO focused on how you think and build. Final round with the CFO and Chief of Staff to align on vision and ways of working. Your Privacy Any personal information you share as part of your application will be handled in line with applicable data protection laws and our Candidate Privacy Notice. Recruiting & Anti-Fraud Notice We do not accept agency or third-party submissions for this role unsolicited profiles won’t be eligible for a fee. All official recruiting communication comes from an @namecheap.com email address and through our applicant tracking system Tellent/Recruitee. We will never ask you for payment or financial details during recruitment. If you’re ever unsure whether a message is genuinely from us please contact esra.huseyinzadegan@namecheap.com before responding.