Financial Controller
TechChain Talent · New York, United States
- On site
- Full-time
- $150,000 / year
- New York, United States
Job highlights
- Own TechChain Talent's entire finance function end-to-end.
- Design and implement accounting systems and internal controls.
- Manage tax, treasury, and equity functions independently.
- Act as strategic finance partner for leadership decisions.
- Leverage AI to enhance finance operations and efficiency.
About the role
About the Role
As the Financial Controller at TechChain Talent, you will own the entire finance function. From day one, you will be responsible for designing scalable systems and controls, overseeing and executing all accounting activities, and serving as a strategic finance partner for modeling, fundraising, and leadership decisions.
Key Responsibilities
- End-to-End Accounting Engine: Run the full accounting cycle, including journal entries, reconciliations, and monthly, quarterly, and year-end close. Produce accurate financial statements, board financials, and regular financial reporting.
- Internal Control Environment: Design and implement an internal control framework from the ground up, ensuring segregation of duties, approval workflows, and documentation standards to maintain GAAP compliance and audit readiness.
- Tax, Treasury, and Equity Management: Own the tax and compliance calendar, manage cash flow forecasting and bank accounts, and handle the financial aspects of equity issuances, including 409A processes.
- Strategic Finance Partnership: Support leadership with modeling, budgeting, scenario analysis, and variance analysis. Lead all finance-related activities for fundraising efforts and assist with diligence and audits.
- Finance Technology Stack: Configure the accounting and finance technology stack, optimize finance processes, and integrate AI as a force multiplier across the function.
Who You Are
- An experienced Controller, Senior Accountant, or Finance Leader with a proven track record of running a function independently.
- Possess a strong background in public accounting (Big 4 or mid-tier) combined with experience in a startup or high-growth environment.
- A CPA is strongly preferred, though equivalent rigor will be considered.
- Enthusiastic about building systems and processes from scratch (builder mentality).
- A proactive, self-accountable individual who can identify risks and drive best practices.
- Genuine AI power user, comfortable leveraging AI tools for enhanced output, accuracy, and speed.
- Interest in crypto, digital asset, or web3 accounting is a plus.
- Must be based in or willing to relocate to New York; this role is not remote-eligible.
What's In It For You
- Career-Defining Scope: Set the standard for finance operations in a company transforming institutional finance, with direct exposure to early-stage company growth, revenue models, and strategic fundraising.
- Immediate Impact: Shape the chart of accounts, controls framework, tax calendar, and financial systems from your first week.
- Exceptional Team: Be managed and mentored by experienced leaders from top financial institutions like Blackstone, JPMorgan, Morgan Stanley, Goldman Sachs, and UBS.
- AI Integration: Work in an environment where AI is a core assumption for finance, with leadership actively experimenting with AI tools.
Employment Details
- Location: New York (hybrid, 3 days per week)
- Compensation: Base salary + equity, commensurate with experience.
- Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision healthcare, 401(k), generous PTO, and more.
Key Skills/Competency
- Financial Controller
- Accounting
- Financial Reporting
- Internal Controls
- Tax Compliance
- Treasury Management
- Equity Management
- Financial Modeling
- AI Integration
- Startup Finance
Skills & topics
- Financial Controller
- Accounting
- Finance
- Startup Finance
- CPA
- Financial Reporting
- Internal Controls
- Treasury
- Tax
- Equity Management
- AI
- Web3 Accounting
- High-Growth Company
- New York
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your experience in running finance functions solo and your public accounting rigor. Emphasize AI tool proficiency and builder mentality for the Financial Controller role.
- Showcase your builder mindset: In your application and interviews, provide specific examples of how you've established financial systems and processes from scratch.
- Demonstrate AI expertise: Be ready to discuss how you've used AI to boost output, accuracy, and speed in financial modeling, automation, and research.
- Highlight relevant experience: Emphasize any experience with crypto, digital assets, or web3 accounting, and your background in startup or high-growth environments.
- Prepare for a hybrid interview process: Understand the hybrid work model and be ready to discuss your transition to New York if relocating.
Technical preparation
Master GAAP and audit-ready practices.,Develop proficiency in accounting software.,Practice financial modeling and forecasting.,Experiment with AI for finance automation.
Behavioral questions
Describe building a finance function from scratch.,How have you used AI to improve finance operations?,Share an example of proactive risk identification.,Discuss your experience as a sole finance operator.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the work arrangement for the Financial Controller position at TechChain Talent?
- The Financial Controller role at TechChain Talent is a hybrid position based in New York, requiring 3 days per week in the office. This role is not eligible for remote work.
- What are the key qualifications for the Financial Controller role?
- We are looking for a Controller, Senior Accountant, or Finance Leader with 6-10 years of finance and accounting experience, ideally with a mix of public accounting (Big 4 or mid-tier) and startup experience. A CPA is strongly preferred. A builder mentality, self-accountability, and proven AI power-user skills are essential.
- Does TechChain Talent require a CPA for the Financial Controller position?
- A CPA is strongly preferred for the Financial Controller role. However, TechChain Talent will consider candidates without an active license if their track record demonstrates equivalent rigor and expertise in managing a finance function.
- What is the compensation structure for the Financial Controller role?
- The compensation for the Financial Controller position includes a base salary and equity. The final compensation package will be determined based on the candidate's prior experience and qualifications.
- What is the company culture like at TechChain Talent regarding AI?
- AI is a core assumption and a significant part of the Financial Controller role at TechChain Talent. The company leadership actively experiments with AI, providing the team with permission, budget, and a collaborative environment to integrate AI tools for increased efficiency and innovation.
- Is relocation assistance provided for the Financial Controller role?
- While not explicitly stated, the job description mentions willingness to relocate to New York. Candidates should inquire about potential relocation assistance during the interview process for the Financial Controller position.
- What kind of financial systems experience is TechChain Talent looking for in a Financial Controller?
- TechChain Talent is looking for a Financial Controller who can configure and scale their accounting and finance technology stack, with a focus on integrating AI as a force multiplier. Experience in building finance technology from the ground up is highly valued.
- What is the expected impact of the Financial Controller at TechChain Talent?
- The Financial Controller will have career-defining scope, setting the standard for finance operations in a company transforming institutional finance. You'll have direct exposure to all aspects of an early-stage company's growth and immediate impact on shaping key financial structures from week one.