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Eva Automation

Assistant Controller

Redwood City, CA · On-site

In May 2016, Silicon Valley startup Eva Automation, led by Gideon Yu, acquired Bowers & Wilkins ... Bowers & Wilkins is seeking to hire an Assistant Controller in the Redwood City Office. This ...

Antares

Controller

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$150K - $230K/yr

About the Team As the first Controller at Antares, you will build and scale the accounting function ... Venture-backed startup experience * Experience with manufacturing, inventory accounting, standard ...

CFS

Controller

Columbus, OH · Remote

$150K - $180K/yr

Experience scaling accounting functions in a startup or high-growth setting * Expertise in SaaS ... Controller.

DensityAI

Controller

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$200K - $300K/yr

As Controller, you'll run our accounting operations, financial close, and reporting - and build the controls, systems, and team that let DensityAI scale cleanly from startup to a company ready for ...

GHJ

Controller

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$160K - $175K/yr

The Controller will report directly to the CFO and play a critical leadership role overseeing ... Experience in startup, high-growth, or evolving environments * Exposure to construction accounting ...

GHJ

Controller

Los Angeles, CA

$160K - $175K/yr

The Controller will report directly to the CFO and play a critical leadership role overseeing ... Experience in startup, high-growth, or evolving environments * Exposure to construction accounting ...

SignalFire

Controller - VC Backed Startups

New York, NY · On-site

$125K - $225K/yr

Join SignalFire's Talent Network for Controllers at VC-Backed Startups This is not an application ... Prior experience in a venture-backed startup or high-growth environment * Strong understanding of U.

DensityAI

Controller

Mountain View, CA

$200K - $300K/yr

As Controller, you'll run our accounting operations, financial close, and reporting -- and build the controls, systems, and team that let DensityAI scale cleanly from startup to a company ready for ...

GHJ

Controller

Los Angeles, CA

$160K - $175K/yr

The Controller will report directly to the CFO and play a critical leadership role overseeing ... Experience in startup, high-growth, or evolving environments * Exposure to construction accounting ...

Gaia Family

Financial Controller

$140K - $180K/yr

This is a critical leadership role for someone who is hands-on, detail-oriented, and brings strong technical accounting judgment in a fast-paced startup environment. The Controller will report to the ...

Pacific Fusion

Controller

San Leandro, CA · On-site

Why This Role Matters As Controller, you will be responsible for all accounting and financial ... Experience working in a startup * Experience implementing finance-touching software tools

Robert Half

Controller

Richmond, CA · On-site

$150K - $170K/yr

We are looking for an experienced Controller to join a fast-growing deep-tech company in Richmond ... Experience building or refining accounting infrastructure in a startup or venture-backed company ...

Maven Machines

Controller

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

Controller Maven Machines Reports to: CEO, with close partnership under a Fractional CFO About ... We are a fast-growing tech startup based in Pittsburgh that is building the next era of fleet ...

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As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for startup controller in the United States is $119,497.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $97,000.00 and $138,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Startup Controller is a finance professional responsible for overseeing accounting, financial planning, and internal controls in an early-stage company. They manage financial reporting, budgeting, cash flow, and compliance to ensure the startup's financial health. Unlike larger organizations, a Startup Controller often takes on a more hands-on role, wearing multiple hats in finance and operations. They work closely with founders and investors to provide strategic financial insights that support growth. Their role is critical in scaling the business while maintaining financial discipline.

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One of the main challenges for a Startup Controller is managing financial processes amid rapid growth and evolving business models, often with limited resources and lean teams. You'll need to build or refine accounting systems, establish financial controls, and adapt to shifting priorities while ensuring compliance and accurate reporting. Collaboration with founders, department heads, and sometimes investors is frequent, requiring both financial expertise and strong communication skills. Success in this role often means being proactive, resourceful, and ready to pivot quickly as the startup scales or changes direction.

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To thrive as a Startup Controller, you need a solid background in accounting, financial reporting, and cash flow management, typically supported by a CPA or relevant degree. Experience with cloud-based accounting software such as QuickBooks Online, NetSuite, or Xero, as well as proficiency in Excel, is highly beneficial. Strong analytical thinking, adaptability, and clear communication are key soft skills that help navigate the fast-paced and dynamic startup environment. These skills are crucial for ensuring accurate financial oversight, supporting rapid growth, and facilitating sound decision-making for the organization.

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Assistant Controller

Eva Automation

Redwood City, CA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

Company Description
Bowers & Wilkins is working on creating fantastic and truly unique home A/V experiences that are second to none!
In May 2016, Silicon Valley startup Eva Automation, led by Gideon Yu, acquired Bowers & Wilkins, the market leader in the premium audio category, used by musicians and producers in the best studios in the world, from Abbey Road to Skywalker Studios.
Together we are a new kind of company -- fusing cutting-edge startup culture with an iconic brand and audio expertise -- to create revolutionary yet simple home entertainment experiences. We will have much, much more to announce when the time is right about our new line of products, but we are extremely excited about what we are developing.
Come join us and be a part of a great company that has the best of both worlds!
Job Description
Bowers & Wilkins is seeking to hire an Assistant Controller in the Redwood City Office. This position will initially report to the America's Controller. We are looking for someone that is responsible for ensuring the integrity of local accounting and reporting by providing process knowledge, technical expertise, business collaboration with a strong desire to improve processes and controls.
This candidate must be highly responsible, detail oriented and hands-on
Essential responsibilities
  • Transition accounting in-house from outside service providers for the local entity
  • Manage the general ledger accounting, payables, expense reports and payroll for the America's
  • Partner with IT and the other locations to upgrade ERP system to SAP S4
  • Assist Controller with improving integrity and capability of world-wide consolidation within the ERP system
  • Support development of world-wide accounting policies and controls as we scale the Company
  • Implement world-wide financial reporting capability at corporate headquarters.
  • Manage transition of certain world-wide accounting functions for scalability and centralization at corporate HQ
  • Effectively communicate with all levels of management, service providers and external auditors

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting is required, CPA a plus
  • Experience with international consolidations is required
  • Expertise with SAP and Business Objects strongly preferred
  • Proactive problem-solving nature
  • High level of personal integrity
  • Ability to thrive in a dynamic work environment
  • Some travel is required

Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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