Controller at LiveFlow

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Fintech, SaaSIndustries

Requirements

Qualified accountant (CPA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
Experienced with managing multi-entity accounting, consolidations, and cross-border compliance (US + UK)
5–7 years of progressive accounting experience, including time in public accounting (Big 4 or similar) and high-growth Startups/SaaS
Proven ability to take ownership and make judgment calls without heavy oversight
A track record of going above and beyond to ensure accuracy and compliance
Comfortable with personally closing the books in a lean team environment
Excited to establish processes, controls, and systems from the ground up in a startup setting
Extreme ambition: people with an extreme level of personal ambition – those who don’t take no for an answer when faced with obstacles; those who break barriers; and those who redefine what’s possible
Clarity of thought and clear communication: people who excel at achieving clarity of thought

Responsibilities

Own the books – Lead the accuracy and timeliness of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closes for US and UK entities, with full responsibility for GAAP compliance
Establish policies & processes – Create and maintain internal documentation for accounting policies, controls, and business processes
Deliver consolidated reporting – Prepare monthly consolidated management accounts (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow), ensuring accurate eliminations, FX translation, and insightful commentary
Help us shape our own Finance & Accounting product – Provide accounting and compliance expertise to influence LiveFlow’s product design, ensuring we build products that finance leaders trust and love
Partner with leadership – Deliver clear financial insights and reporting to guide strategic decision-making, fundraising, and company growth

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

AccountingFinancial ReportingComplianceMulti-Entity ConsolidationScalable ProcessesFinancial ControlsGAAPAudit

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this a remote or hybrid role?

This is a hybrid position.

What salary or compensation does this role offer?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What are the key responsibilities for this Controller position?

Key responsibilities include owning the books for monthly, quarterly, and annual closes with GAAP compliance, establishing accounting policies and processes, delivering consolidated reporting, shaping the company's Finance & Accounting product, and partnering with leadership on strategic decisions.

What makes this Controller role unique at LiveFlow?

This role stands out because you'll not only manage finance operations but also collaborate with the product team to shape LiveFlow's Accounting & Finance platform, influencing product design with your expertise.

Who does this role report to?

This role reports directly to Lasse Kalkar, the CEO & Founder.

LiveFlow

Automates financial reporting and analysis

About LiveFlow

LiveFlow transforms Google Sheets and Excel spreadsheets into real-time financial planning and analysis dashboards. It primarily serves small to medium-sized businesses and accounting firms that use QuickBooks Online for financial management. By integrating with QuickBooks Online, LiveFlow automates the financial reporting process, allowing users to create dashboards that compare budgets to actuals and consolidate data from multiple entities. This reduces the manual effort and time needed for financial reporting. LiveFlow operates on a subscription model, providing clients access to over 100 reporting templates, automatic data refresh, and customizable financial models. Its platform features live data updates and customizable reports, making it user-friendly for businesses aiming to improve their financial reporting and analysis.

Redwood City, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2020Year Founded

$20.7MTotal Funding

SERIES_ACompany Stage

Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

11-50Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Vacation

Company Equity

Risks

Integration with Xero may increase competition with existing Xero partners.

Expansion into the U.S. market could lead to regulatory compliance challenges.

Reliance on QuickBooks Online poses risks if Intuit changes API policies.

Differentiation

LiveFlow automates financial workflows, reducing manual effort for finance professionals.

It transforms Google Sheets into real-time FP&A dashboards, enhancing productivity.

LiveFlow integrates directly with QuickBooks Online, streamlining financial reporting processes.

Upsides

Integration with AI tools enhances real-time insights and predictive capabilities.

Growing remote work trend increases demand for cloud-based financial solutions.

Open banking APIs allow seamless integration with various financial platforms.

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