The Controller will oversee financial operations including reporting, budgeting, compliance, and internal controls, while managing AP/AR processes.
About Us
Agtonomy brings intelligent automation to agriculture, turf and other demanding industrial markets through Physical AI and software services. By partnering with trusted equipment manufacturers, factory-fit technology that transforms industrial machines into smart, efficient solutions built for safety and performance are a reality. Our team combines expertise in technology, product development, and industry knowledge to address critical challenges like labor shortages, sustainability, and productivity. We’re looking for people who want to work in a collaborative, fast-moving environment where their ideas can make a real impact.
About the role
We’re seeking a highly skilled Controller to lead and own our financial infrastructure as we scale. This role is critical to ensuring the integrity of our financial statements and driving strategic insights through robust analysis. This role oversees accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls and compliance. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and analytical. The candidate is experienced in creating processes from scratch and managing the monthly close process and financial forecasting. This position will report directly to the CFO. This position is hybrid, but we will consider strong applicants for a remote work environment.
What You'll Be Doing
- Own and manage the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting with clear visibility into performance and cash flow
- Manage AP/AR, payroll, accruals, account reconciliations and tax filings
- Lead the budgeting and forecasting process, including variance analysis and identifying cost-saving and optimization opportunities
- Deliver financial analysis and reporting to support leadership decision-making
- Maintain and improve internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures
- Partner with cross-functional teams to support procurement, billing, pricing and gather financial inputs to support business planning
- Support audit processes and compliance with GAAP and other regulatory requirements
- Drive expense reduction initiatives through detailed financial analysis, budget variance review, and process improvements across departments to improve cost discipline and forecast accuracy.
- Prepare ad-hoc financial reports and models as needed
What You'll Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA preferred
- 7+ years of progressive experience in financial management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
- Experience in a high-growth startup environment
- Self-starter with the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication and presentation skills
- Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting requirements
- Strong understanding of financial planning and analysis (FP&A)
- Proven experience with monthly close and budgeting processes
- Proficient in Excel/Google Sheets, NetSuite and financial tools (bill.com, expensify, etc.)
What Makes You a Strong Candidate
- CPA or MBA
- Experience developing and growing a team
- Passionate about making an impact
Benefits
• 100% covered medical, dental, and vision for the employee (partner, children, or family is additional)
• Commuter Benefits
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 401k Plan
• Stock Options
• Collaborative work environment, working alongside a passionate, mission-driven team!
Our interview process is generally conducted in three (3) phases:
• Phone Screen with People Operations (30 minutes)
•Video Interview with the Hiring Manager (30 to 45 minutes)
• Panel Interview (in-person interviews scheduled with key stakeholders, each interview will be 30 to 45 minutes)
Agtonomy San Francisco, California, USA Office
San Francisco, CA, United States
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