Controller

Position Overview

• Location Type: Remote
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Salary: Not specified

Jerry.ai is seeking an exceptional Controller to lead its accounting function during a critical growth phase. The company, which achieved profitability in early 2024, is aiming to expand from 5 million to 50 million customers and build a $10 billion business. The Controller will be instrumental in this transformation, overseeing accounting operations, developing scalable systems, ensuring financial integrity, and preparing the company for an IPO. This role involves cross-functional collaboration and requires a proactive approach in a fast-paced environment. The Controller will be a key member of the finance leadership team, responsible for accounting policy, financial reporting, internal controls, and audit readiness, working alongside a highly experienced team.

Jerry.ai is building the first super app for car ownership, covering insurance, buying/selling, registration, loans, safety, repairs, and parking, targeting a $2 trillion market in the U.S. Since its inception in 2019, Jerry.ai has launched multiple services, acquired over 5 million customers, raised $240 million in funding, achieved 60x revenue growth, and expanded its team to 225 employees across 6 countries.

Responsibilities

• Own and scale the accounting function, including building the team, processes, systems, and policies to support hypergrowth and long-term success.
• Lead all aspects of the monthly close, consolidation, and external reporting, ensuring compliance with US GAAP and readiness for SEC standards.
• Drive IPO readiness initiatives, including readiness for PCAOB audit standards and implementation of public company financial controls and policies.
• Manage relationships with auditors and other external advisors.
• Lead and develop a high-performing accounting team.
• Partner cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, Data, Engineering, Operations, and Product teams to align on business drivers and reporting outcomes.
• Foster a culture of truth-seeking, a sense of urgency, and a passion for excellence.

Ideal Profile

• Required: CPA, Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, and Big 4 Experience.
• Experience: 10+ years of relevant experience, including senior-level controllership or corporate accounting roles.
• IPO Readiness: Proven experience preparing a company for IPO or operating as a public company controller/senior accounting leader.
• Technical Skills:
  • Deep knowledge of US GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and internal control frameworks.
  • System savvy: experience with NetSuite or similar ERP, and familiarity with financial automation tools.
  • Tech-forward mindset: experience and desire to utilize AI and the latest technologies to build scalable operations is a plus.
• Soft Skills:
  • Strong leadership and communication skills.
  • Strong problem-solving skills in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Company Information

Jerry.ai is a pre-IPO startup with significant capital, traction, and runway, having raised $240 million and achieved 60x revenue growth in 5 years within a $2 trillion market. The company is backed by experienced entrepreneurs and leaders from top firms like Deloitte, KPMG, McKinsey, BCG, Bain, Amazon, Andreessen Horowitz, Facebook, Alibaba, Microsoft, Nvidia, and NerdWallet. Jerry.ai is committed to becoming a $10 billion market cap business and a household name. The company offers an opportunity for significant career growth within a talent-dense environment.

Jerry.ai is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, reproductive health decisions or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other protected characteristics.

Note: Only applicants under consideration will be contacted.