Controller

Who are we?
Riverside empowers companies to record podcasts and video interviews remotely in studio quality. Since launching, we have experienced rapid growth and are trusted by customers such as Spotify, NY Times, NBC, CNN, and iHeartMedia.
We're a fast growing Saas company, well-funded and backed up by leading investors. Our finance department is growing - come join our success at an early stage!

What you'll do:

Lead the end-to-end monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Take a hands-on role in accounting operations, including reviewing journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
Take full ownership of accounting activities across multiple subsidiaries, managing each entity end-to-end, from day-to-day operations through closing and reporting.
Build and improve accounting processes, controls, and workflows to support a growing multi-entity environment.
Work closely with external auditors and tax advisors, managing ongoing communication and ensuring smooth audit and compliance processes.
Support and manage intercompany transactions and consolidations across entities.
Drive operational excellence across the accounting function, identifying areas for automation and efficiency improvements.
Own key accounting areas and ensure alignment with US GAAP standards.

Requirements:

Must have:

Certified CPA with a degree in Accounting or a related field.
1-2 years of experience as an Assistant Controller or similar role, following internship experience at a Big 4 firm.
Strong hands-on experience with full monthly close processes.
Experience working in a multi-entity environment.
Solid understanding of US GAAP.
Highly detail-oriented and proactive, with a strong sense of ownership.
Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet tight deadlines.
Excellent communication skills.
Full professional fluency in English (written and spoken).
Experience in a startup or high-growth tech company.
Familiarity with automation tools or AI-based workflows.

Nice to have:

Hands-on experience with NetSuite.

Why join us:
This role offers a unique opportunity to take ownership, build processes from the ground up, and make a real impact in a growing environment. You will gain broad exposure across accounting, work closely with external advisors, and play a key role in shaping the financial infrastructure of the company.