metropolis.io
Vice President, Controller New Nashville, Tennessee, United States
metropolis.io, Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
Metropolis is an artificial intelligence company that uses computer vision technology to enable frictionless, checkout-free experiences in the real world. Today, we are reimagining parking to enable millions of consumers to just "drive in and drive out." We envision a future where people transact in the real world with a speed, ease and convenience that is unparalleled, even online. Tomorrow, we will power checkout-free experiences anywhere you go to make the everyday experiences of living, working and playing remarkable - giving us back our most valuable asset, time.
Overview Metropolis is seeking a Controller to play a key leadership role in the execution of corporate accounting operations. The Controller is the enterprise-level architect of the accounting function — owning strategy, governance, and transformation. They set the vision, establish world-class standards, and directly shape the company’s IPO and public-company readiness.
Responsibilities
Own all corporate controllership functions including revenue accounting, consolidations, client reporting, AR/AP, and compliance
Build SEC/SOX-ready processes, lead audits, and establish scalable internal controls
Redesign the financial close (manual-to-automated), deploy new ERP/TMS/AI-enabled solutions, and integrate acquisitions
Deliver insights to ELT/Board; partner with FP&A on forward-looking analysis; support M&A due diligence and post-merger integration
Hire and develop senior leaders across accounting, setting up a durable organizational model
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required
15+ years progressive accounting/controllership experience, with 5+ at senior leadership
Strong technical accounting knowledge (GAAP/IFRS) and consolidation experience
Proven track record of leading large-scale transformation (systems, processes, talent)
Deep experience in IPO/public company processes, SOX, and SEC reporting
Hands-on leader who has built close-to-reporting processes in complex environments
Comfortable with ambiguity and building from ground up
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work across cultures and geographies
Preferred qualifications
Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
High-growth, complex, multi-entity operating experience (SaaS, marketplaces, payments, or real estate)
Metropolis is an equal opportunity employer. We make all hiring decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, or pregnancy), national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.
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Overview Metropolis is seeking a Controller to play a key leadership role in the execution of corporate accounting operations. The Controller is the enterprise-level architect of the accounting function — owning strategy, governance, and transformation. They set the vision, establish world-class standards, and directly shape the company’s IPO and public-company readiness.
Responsibilities
Own all corporate controllership functions including revenue accounting, consolidations, client reporting, AR/AP, and compliance
Build SEC/SOX-ready processes, lead audits, and establish scalable internal controls
Redesign the financial close (manual-to-automated), deploy new ERP/TMS/AI-enabled solutions, and integrate acquisitions
Deliver insights to ELT/Board; partner with FP&A on forward-looking analysis; support M&A due diligence and post-merger integration
Hire and develop senior leaders across accounting, setting up a durable organizational model
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required
15+ years progressive accounting/controllership experience, with 5+ at senior leadership
Strong technical accounting knowledge (GAAP/IFRS) and consolidation experience
Proven track record of leading large-scale transformation (systems, processes, talent)
Deep experience in IPO/public company processes, SOX, and SEC reporting
Hands-on leader who has built close-to-reporting processes in complex environments
Comfortable with ambiguity and building from ground up
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work across cultures and geographies
Preferred qualifications
Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
High-growth, complex, multi-entity operating experience (SaaS, marketplaces, payments, or real estate)
Metropolis is an equal opportunity employer. We make all hiring decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, or pregnancy), national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.
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