Controller

Your responsibilities will include

Own the end-to-end accounting function, including general ledger, reconciliations, close processes, financial reporting, and compliance

Lead and continuously improve the full-cycle month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close

Build scalable accounting processes, controls, and workflows from scratch to support rapid growth

Establish and maintain robust internal controls, accounting policies, and documentation standards

Serve as the primary lead for external audits, including audit preparation, workpapers, schedules, and auditor coordination

Drive technical accounting analysis and provide clear guidance on complex accounting matters

Partner cross-functionally with leadership across finance, operations, legal, and product teams

Evaluate, implement, and optimize accounting systems and ERP platforms, including potential transitions or upgrades

Lead, mentor, and scale the accounting team over time, creating structure, rigor, and accountability

Support strategic initiatives including due diligence, fundraising support, treasury processes, and financial infrastructure buildout

Ensure compliance with all applicable US GAAP and regulatory reporting requirements

You have

CPA required

8+ years of accounting experience, including at least 2+ years as a Controller or in an equivalent leadership role

Deep expertise in US GAAP and technical accounting

Proven experience managing full-scope external audits

Strong background in both public accounting/audit and corporate accounting, ideally including startup experience

Demonstrated success building accounting processes and controls from the ground up

Experience owning full-cycle month-end close

Proven track record of building and leading accounting teams

Experience with QuickBooks and familiarity with ERP/accounting systems such as NetSuite, SAP, or similar platforms

Strong ability to explain complex accounting concepts in simple, actionable terms

Experience in fintech, healthcare, or other regulated industries

Experience leading an ERP implementation or migration

Treasury and cash management experience

Experience automating accounting workflows and reporting

Experience supporting company fundraising or diligence processes

Prior startup or high-growth company experience

We offer

• Equity - Everyone at Nitra is an owner. When the company wins, you win
• Competitive Salary - You’re the best of the best, and your salary will reflect your experience and reward your contributions to Nitra
• Health Care - Your health comes first. We offer comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance options.
• Retirement Benefits - Your financial stability matters to us so we provide a generous employer 401K match
• Nitra maintains a hybrid work policy, with team members working from the office four days per week and Wednesdays designated as a work-from-home day.