Assistant Controller at Samba TV

San Francisco, California, United States

Samba TV Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, Media, AdvertisingIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required (or CPA-eligible with completion within 1 year)
  • 5-7 years of progressive accounting experience, including 2+ years in public accounting (Big 4 preferred)
  • Strong technical GAAP knowledge with experience in SaaS/technology company accounting
  • Proven experience managing month-end close and financial reporting processes
  • Advanced Excel and Google Sheets skills and experience with modern ERP systems (NetSuite strongly preferred)
  • Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy

Responsibilities

  • Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting
  • Prepare and review consolidated financial statements in accordance with GAAP
  • Lead the preparation of audit schedules, and external reporting requirements
  • Manage technical accounting research and documentation for complex transactions
  • Ensure compliance with SOX controls and internal accounting policies
  • Manage state and federal tax return compliance
  • Supervise and mentor accounting team members (2-4 direct reports), providing guidance on technical accounting matters
  • Build scalable accounting processes and systems to support rapid company growth
  • Collaborate with FP&A, Revenue Operations, Legal, and Business Development teams on deal structures and revenue recognition
  • Partner with international teams in Hamburg, Warsaw, London, Taipei and Porto on consolidation and reporting
  • Drive process improvements and automation initiatives using NetSuite, FloQast, MineralTree and other systems as required
  • Support M&A due diligence and integration activities as the company expands
  • International expansion including evaluating internal solutions (currently utilizing an external provider)
  • Analyze and implement new accounting standards (ASC 842, etc.)
  • Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors
  • Support budget and forecast processes with variance analysis
  • Support special projects including system implementations, policy development, and process documentation
  • Assist with cost allocations (departments, product lines, etc.)

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

GAAPSOXfinancial reportingmonth-end closeNetSuiteFloQastMineralTreetechnical accountingrevenue recognitionaudit schedulestax complianceM&A due diligenceprocess automation

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What qualifications are required for the Assistant Controller position?

Candidates need a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field with CPA required (or CPA-eligible with completion within 1 year), 5-7 years of progressive accounting experience including 2+ years in public accounting (Big 4 preferred), strong technical GAAP knowledge with SaaS/technology experience, and proven month-end close management.

Is this a remote position or does it require office work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

How many team members will I supervise in this role?

You will supervise and mentor accounting team members, with 2-4 direct reports.

What experience stands out for a strong application to this Assistant Controller role?

Big 4 public accounting experience, SaaS/technology company accounting, and technical GAAP knowledge with month-end close management will make a candidate stand out.

Samba TV

Audience measurement and analytics for smart TVs

About Samba TV

Samba TV provides audience measurement and insights for the television industry, focusing on the smart TV market. Their technology is integrated into 35 million TVs globally, allowing them to collect and analyze extensive viewership data. This data helps advertisers, broadcasters, and content creators understand viewer behavior and improve their advertising and content strategies. Samba TV's audience measurement system is significantly larger than traditional methods, offering more accurate data. The company operates on a business model where clients pay for access to their data and analytics, ensuring privacy compliance and giving viewers control over their data sharing. The goal of Samba TV is to enhance the television viewing experience through detailed insights and measurement services.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2008Year Founded
$44.4MTotal Funding
EARLY_VCCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Consumer SoftwareIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours
Remote Work Options
Professional Development Budget
Mental Health Support
Company Equity
Employee Discounts

Risks

Increasing competition from Roku and Amazon challenges Samba TV's market share.
Privacy-focused regulations may increase compliance costs for Samba TV.
Shift towards ad-free streaming services could reduce demand for advertising insights.

Differentiation

Samba TV partners with 20 smart TV brands, embedding technology in 35 million TVs.
Proprietary multi-source panel is 100 times larger than traditional measurement systems.
Offers comprehensive audience measurement and actionable insights for advertisers and content creators.

Upsides

Growing demand for cross-platform measurement solutions boosts Samba TV's market potential.
Acquisition of Semasio enhances capabilities in privacy-compliant contextual targeting.
Partnerships with digital audio platforms expand audience insights across media channels.

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