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Assistant Controller

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Chicago, IL, USA
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Chicago, IL, USA

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We are seeking an Assistant Controller to join our fast-paced and high-performing accounting team. This role will be instrumental in scaling our accounting operations, improving processes, ensuring compliance, and supporting strategic initiatives as we grow. You will work closely with cross-functional teams and support the Global Controller in managing the monthly close, audits, accounting process optimization, and more.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Accounting Operations

    • Lead and support the month-end and quarter-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
    • Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements in accordance with US GAAP.
    • Assist with the consolidation of international entities, ensuring accuracy and completeness of global financial reporting.
    • Conduct flux analysis on key balance sheet and P&L accounts to identify significant variances and provide insight into business drivers.
    • Maintain general ledger integrity, including cash, prepaids, fixed assets, accounts payable, accruals, and intercompany transactions.

Controls & Compliance

    • Support the development and documentation of accounting policies and procedures.
    • Assist in managing the external audit process and ensure compliance with SOX.
    • Monitor internal controls and help implement improvements to ensure compliance and reduce risk.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

    • Supervise and mentor junior accounting team members
    • Work cross-functionally with FP&A, Revenue, Legal, HR, and others to support accounting-related processes and policies.
    • Collaborate with the Global Controller to identify and lead process automation and system enhancement opportunities.
QUALIFICATIONS 
  • CPA certification is required. 
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
  • 6+ years of relevant experience in public accounting and/or high-growth SaaS company.
  • Deep knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting best practices.
  • Experience with international consolidations and variance/flux analysis.
  • Experience with NetSuite and FloQast or other modern ERP and close tools is a plus.
  • Understands operational scaling and operating like a public company 
  • Strong analytical and executive-level communication skills with high attention to detail.
  • Strong Excel skills
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, and evolving environment.
  • High integrity, discretion, and a problem-solving mindset.
PERKS & BENEFITS 
  • We offer Gongsters a variety of medical, dental, and vision plans, designed to fit you and your family’s needs.
  • Wellbeing Fund - flexible wellness stipend to support a healthy lifestyle.
  • Mental Health benefits with covered therapy and coaching.
  • 401(k) program to help you invest in your future.
  • Education & learning stipend for personal growth and development.
  • Flexible vacation time to promote a healthy work-life blend.
  • Paid parental leave to support you and your family.
  • Company-wide recharge days each quarter.
  • Work from home stipend to help you succeed in a remote environment.

The annual salary hiring range for this position is $163,000 - $192,000 USD. 

Compensation is based on factors unique to each candidate, including, but not limited to, job-related skills, qualification, education, experience, and location. At Gong, we have a location-based compensation structure, which means there may be a different range for candidates in other locations. The total compensation package for this position, in addition to base compensation, may include incentive compensation, bonus, equity, and benefits. Some of our sales compensation programs also offer the potential to achieve above targeted earnings for those who exceed their sales targets. 

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