Sage Search Partners
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Base pay range $140,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr
Additional compensation types Stock options
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Company Overview AI / Technology Company | Texas-Based | Remote/Hybrid Flexible
An early-stage, venture-backed AI technology company is seeking a hands‑on Controller to take full ownership of the accounting and finance function as the company scales from research into full go‑to‑market mode. This is a high‑visibility, high‑impact role reporting directly to the leadership team.
$150,000 base + equity
Benefits provided through a professional employer organization (PEO)
Equity participation included
Remote workable
Periodic in‑person touchpoints in Texas based office (1‑2x per month)
Open to candidates located in Austin, Dallas, Houston, or San Antonio
Why This Role Is Different This is not a maintenance Controller role. You will be building, owning, and shaping the finance function for a fast-moving AI company with strong investor visibility. You will partner closely with executive leadership, own the close and reporting process, and ensure the company is board, audit, and diligence ready as it continues to scale.
An external accounting partner is already in place — this role brings ownership, rigor, and internal leadership to the function.
What You’ll Do
Own monthly close, reconciliations, accruals, and GAAP financials
Build and maintain management and board reporting packages
Create scalable policies, controls, and clean audit trails
Lead cash forecasting, budgeting, runway modeling, and spend discipline
Coordinate with payroll/PEO and external accounting partners
Ensure strong documentation, compliance, and internal accountability
CPA required
Big 4 public accounting background strongly preferred
Strong hands‑on GAAP close ownership
Comfortable in lean, early‑stage environments
Self‑starter who thrives building structure from the ground up
Experience with management/board reporting
Nice‑to‑haves: ASC 606 / ASC 718, tech or software company exposure, investor diligence readiness
Qualifications
CPA required
Big 4 public accounting background strongly preferred
Strong hands‑on GAAP close ownership
Comfortable in lean, early‑stage environments
Self‑starter who thrives building structure from the ground up
Experience with management/board reporting
Nice‑to‑haves: ASC 606 / ASC 718, tech or software company exposure, investor diligence readiness
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Accounting/Auditing
Industries IT Services and IT Consulting, Technology, Information and Media, and Software Development
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Base pay range $140,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr
Additional compensation types Stock options
Direct message the job poster from Sage Search Partners
Company Overview AI / Technology Company | Texas-Based | Remote/Hybrid Flexible
An early-stage, venture-backed AI technology company is seeking a hands‑on Controller to take full ownership of the accounting and finance function as the company scales from research into full go‑to‑market mode. This is a high‑visibility, high‑impact role reporting directly to the leadership team.
$150,000 base + equity
Benefits provided through a professional employer organization (PEO)
Equity participation included
Remote workable
Periodic in‑person touchpoints in Texas based office (1‑2x per month)
Open to candidates located in Austin, Dallas, Houston, or San Antonio
Why This Role Is Different This is not a maintenance Controller role. You will be building, owning, and shaping the finance function for a fast-moving AI company with strong investor visibility. You will partner closely with executive leadership, own the close and reporting process, and ensure the company is board, audit, and diligence ready as it continues to scale.
An external accounting partner is already in place — this role brings ownership, rigor, and internal leadership to the function.
What You’ll Do
Own monthly close, reconciliations, accruals, and GAAP financials
Build and maintain management and board reporting packages
Create scalable policies, controls, and clean audit trails
Lead cash forecasting, budgeting, runway modeling, and spend discipline
Coordinate with payroll/PEO and external accounting partners
Ensure strong documentation, compliance, and internal accountability
CPA required
Big 4 public accounting background strongly preferred
Strong hands‑on GAAP close ownership
Comfortable in lean, early‑stage environments
Self‑starter who thrives building structure from the ground up
Experience with management/board reporting
Nice‑to‑haves: ASC 606 / ASC 718, tech or software company exposure, investor diligence readiness
Qualifications
CPA required
Big 4 public accounting background strongly preferred
Strong hands‑on GAAP close ownership
Comfortable in lean, early‑stage environments
Self‑starter who thrives building structure from the ground up
Experience with management/board reporting
Nice‑to‑haves: ASC 606 / ASC 718, tech or software company exposure, investor diligence readiness
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Accounting/Auditing
Industries IT Services and IT Consulting, Technology, Information and Media, and Software Development
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