Assistant Controller at OpenGov

San Francisco, California, United States

OpenGov Logo
$200,000 – $245,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Government Technology, Public Sector, SaaSIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required; CPA strongly preferred
  • 7-10 years of progressive experience in accounting and finance, including prior experience in public accounting (Big 4 accounting firm or equivalent)
  • Background in a SaaS or high-growth technology company strongly preferred
  • Proven experience managing a team
  • Experience overseeing payroll, equity accounting and/or administration, and other technical accounting areas specific to SaaS
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization
  • Strong command of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls, with a track record of driving accuracy and operational excellence
  • San Francisco Bay area or Chicagoland area preferred

Responsibilities

  • Oversee day-to-day accounting operations and functions such as general ledger, consolidations, and payroll
  • Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting, including balance sheet reconciliations and income statement analysis
  • Manage the preparation and review of financial statements, including global consolidations and reporting to the parent company
  • Partner with auditors and ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements
  • Design and enhance scalable systems, internal controls, and accounting policies to support growth
  • Drive automation and efficiency in payroll and close processes
  • Collaborate closely with FP&A, business operations, and executive leadership to provide insights that drive decision-making
  • Oversee payroll for the global company
  • Lead financial due diligence and integration planning for acquisitions
  • Partner cross-functionally to ensure seamless post-acquisition integration into financial systems and reporting

Skills

financial reporting
accounting operations
general ledger
consolidations
payroll
technical accounting
process optimization
internal controls
ERP systems
financial leadership

OpenGov

Cloud-based software for government organizations

About OpenGov

OpenGov provides cloud-based software solutions tailored for the public sector, focusing on strategic budgeting, planning, permitting, licensing, and code enforcement. Their products help government organizations transition from paper-based processes to digital workflows, significantly reducing the time and resources needed for tasks like budget creation, which can be completed in half the usual time. OpenGov stands out from competitors by leveraging extensive experience in the public sector to address specific challenges faced by local governments, such as outdated systems and the need for transparency. The company's goal is to empower government leaders with better data analysis tools to enhance decision-making and improve engagement with constituents.

Redwood City, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2012Year Founded
$221.8MTotal Funding
ACQUISITIONCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Government & Public SectorIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Competitive Salary
Work from Anywhere
Unlimited Vacation
Mission-Driven Colleagues
World-Class Healthcare
Professional Development
Family Matters
Amazing Customers

Risks

Increased competition from other SaaS providers targeting the public sector.
Integration challenges from iGovServices acquisition may disrupt existing services.
Reliance on cloud solutions makes OpenGov vulnerable to service outages.

Differentiation

OpenGov specializes in cloud-based solutions tailored for the public sector.
The company offers strategic budgeting, permitting, and licensing software for governments.
OpenGov's software reportedly halves the time needed for budget creation.

Upsides

Growing demand for cloud solutions as governments modernize outdated systems.
Acquisition of iGovServices expands OpenGov's offerings into tax and revenue management.
Rising adoption of electronic bidding systems enhances OpenGov's procurement solutions.

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