No sponsorship no C2C and no third-party agencies.
Overview:
A fast-growing technology company headquartered in Irvine is seeking a Controller/CFO to lead all aspects of financial operations as it prepares for a public offering within the next 3 years. This is a hands-on standalone role reporting directly to executive leadership. Were looking for a strategic financial leader with prior experience in a high-growth tech environment and a track record supporting IPO-readiness or public company transitions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee all accounting operations including GL AP/AR payroll and monthly/quarterly close
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and prepare for SOX/internal control implementation
- Build scalable financial processes reporting systems and audit readiness infrastructure
- Lead budgeting forecasting and long-range financial planning
- Prepare financial reports and board-level packages for leadership and potential investors
- Partner with executive team on IPO preparation including working with legal audit and banking partners
- Manage and implement ERP and finance-related systems as needed
- Eventually recruit and lead a small finance team as the company scales
Qualifications:
- 7 years of progressive accounting and finance experience
- Strong track record in technology companies especially during pre-IPO through IPO and/or public company transitions
- Deep knowledge of GAAP internal controls and financial reporting
- Experience working closely with auditors legal and external stakeholders
- CPA required Big 4 background a plus
- Strong systems knowledge (e.g. ERP implementation reporting tools)
- Comfortable operating independently and scaling a finance function from scratch
- Must be based in or willing to relocate to Irvine CA (on-site role)
Additional Notes:
This is a confidential search. Details about the company and ownership structure will be disclosed during the interview process.
Base Salary $300k bonus