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About the role
We are hiring our first in-house Controller to own the integrity and day-to-day operation of Periodic Labs’ accounting function. You will serve as the primary internal owner of accounting, financial reporting, controls, audit readiness, and compliance. This is a hands-on builder role. You will have the opportunity to not only review and conduct accounting analysis, but also shape the overall accounting function at Periodic Labs. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including meaningful ownership of an end-to-end accounting function. Experience leading or playing a central role in building up a company’s accounting team from ground up
- An active CPA license and strong command of U.S. GAAP
- A track record leading and managing an accounting team with clear standards and accountability
- Deep, hands-on experience with monthly close, financial-statement preparation, balance sheet reconciliations, audit support, and internal controls
- Strong NetSuite experience and familiarity with modern finance tools such as Ramp and Rippling
- Experience in a rapidly growing, venture-backed company where processes, systems, and responsibilities are still being built
More about this role
We’re an AI and physical sciences company building state-of-the-art models to accelerate breakthroughs across materials, energy, and beyond. Backed by world-class investors and growing rapidly, we operate at the pace the frontier requires. Our team brings deep expertise, genuine ownership, and an insatiable drive to push the boundaries of what’s scientifically possible.
We are hiring our first in-house Controller to own the integrity and day-to-day operation of Periodic Labs’ accounting function. You will serve as the primary internal owner of accounting, financial reporting, controls, audit readiness, and compliance. This is a hands-on builder role. You will have the opportunity to not only review and conduct accounting analysis, but also shape the overall accounting function at Periodic Labs. Over time, you will build the systems and internal team needed to support a rapidly growing, multi-entity company operating across AI, physical laboratories, and scientific R&D.
Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, including the general ledger, consolidations, reconciliations, accruals, journal entries, and preparation of GAAP financial statements.
Manage daily accounting...
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