Assistant Controller
San Francisco, CA - USA
Job Summary
Affinity is seeking a technically strong and operationally minded Assistant Controller to join our
Accounting team reporting to the Controller. Were looking for someone who started their career
in the Big 4 and transitioned into corporate bringing that foundation with them. Along the way
youve driven process improvements led system implementations and never been afraid to roll
up your sleeves. Youve also built and managed lean high-performing teams and know what it
takes to scale people and process together. Your experience reflects where we are today as a
business and just as importantly where were headed. This role will be instrumental in owning
our technical accounting financial reporting and the controls infrastructure that supports a
scaling SaaS business. The Assistant Controller will take meaningful ownership of complex
accounting areas across all entities serve as a key contributor to the monthly close process
and partner with external auditors.
What Youll Own
- Technical Accounting: Own US GAAP research and application across revenue
recognition (ASC 606) stock-based compensation (ASC 718) capitalized software (ASC
350-40) leases and other areas as they arise. - Close Participation: Serve as a key contributor to the monthly close process across all
entities with primary ownership of technical and financial reporting deliverables. - Financial Statement Preparation: Own the preparation of monthly internal financial
statements (income statement balance sheet statement of cash flows and statement of
equity) and full GAAP financial statements for annual reporting. - External Audit: Manage the external audit relationship end-to-end - PBC schedules
fieldwork coordination and auditor communication. Not just support; ownership. - Equity Administration: Administer the equity program via Carta including option
grants exercises modifications ISO/NSO tracking and ASC 718 expense. - Internal Controls & Policy: Design establish and maintain the internal controls
framework and accounting policy documentation as the company scales. - Systems & Process: Work across NetSuite FloQast Ramp Rippling Carta and
MonetizeNow to improve how we operate not just to keep the lights on.
What Were Looking For
- 6 years in public accounting (Big 4 or national firm) plus industry or a longer industry
track record with strong technical depth. - CPA required.
- Demonstrated hands-on experience with ASC 606 ASC 718 and ASC 350-40 in a
SaaS environment - not just exposure real ownership. - Experience managing an audit cycle end-to-end not just supporting one.
Multi-entity and multi-currency close experience. - NetSuite proficiency; comfortable improving systems not just using them.
- Strong written communication - youll be authoring technical memos policies and
communications for auditors and leadership.
Nice to Have
- Equity administration experience ideally in Carta.
- Experience with FloQast or similar close management tools.
- Background in a high-growth B2B SaaS environment.
Work Location: San Francisco
For this role were embracing a hub-hybrid model designed to balance flexibility with meaningful in-person collaboration. Team members within commuting distance are expected in-office 23 days per week typically Tuesday through Thursday. We believe great things happen when people come together intentionally to connect create and build momentum as a team.
- We live our values:As owners we take pride in everything we do. We embrace a growth mindset engage in respectful candor act as playmakers and taste the soup by diving deep into experiences to create the best outcomes for our colleagues and clients.
- Health Benefits:We cover your medical dental and vision insurance premiums with comprehensive PPO HDHP and HMO options (in CA) and offer flexible personal & sick days to support your well-being.
- Retirement Planning:We offer a 401(k) plan to help you plan for your future.
- Learning & Development:We provide an annual education budget and a comprehensive L&D program.
- Wellness Support:We reimburse monthly for things like home internet meals and wellness memberships/equipment to support your overall health and happiness.
- Team Connection:Virtual team-building activities and socials to keep our team connected because building strong relationships is key to success.
Please note that the role compensation details below reflect the base salary only and do not include any variable pay equity or benefits. This represents the salary range that Affinity believes in good faith at the time of this posting that it will pay for the posted job.
A reasonable estimate of the current range is$158000.00 - $198000.00USD Base. Within the range individual pay depends on various factors including geographical location and review of experience knowledge skills abilities of the applicant.
About Affinity
With more than 3000 customers worldwide and backed by some of Silicon Valleys best firms Affinity has raised $120M to empower dealmakers to find manage and close more deals. How Our Relationship Intelligence platform uses the wealth of data exhaust from trillions of interactions between Investment Bankers Venture Capitalists Consultants and other strategic dealmakers to deliver automated relationship insights that drive over 450000 deals every are are proud to have received Inc. and Fortune Best Workplaces awards as well as to be Great Places to Work certified for the last 5 years running. Join us on our mission to make it possible for anyone to cultivate and fully harness their network to succeed.
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