Full-Time Controller

Papaya is hiring a remote Full-Time Controller. The career level for this job opening is Manager and is accepting USA based applicants remotely. Read complete job description before applying.

Papaya

Job Title

Controller

Posted

Career Level

Full-Time

Career Level

Manager

Locations Accepted

USA

Salary

YEAR $170000 - $200000

Job Details

About the Role:

You will be the Leader of the Accounting team. You will materially impact and help shape Papaya’s success by implementing and managing processes and resources, and leading annual audits. 

At Papaya, we value flexibility, clear communication, and a commitment to continuous learning. We believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to fostering a culture where every team member can grow, make an impact, and feel valued. Guided by our core principles—putting customers first, embracing entrepreneurial resourcefulness, and making data-driven decisions—we aim to create a collaborative and innovative environment. If these values resonate with you, we’d love to hear from you! 

Open to remote candidates based in the the following US States: AZ, CA, CO, FL, IL, MA, MI, NJ, NC, OH, PA, RI, TX, WA, NY

What you will be doing: 

  • Lead the Accounting function, including internal and external Accounting resources, setting it up for future growth. 
  • Lead end-to-end annual financial statement audits: audit firm relationship, preparation, field work execution, audit reports and follow-ups. 
  • Research and document appropriate US GAAP treatment for the different areas of the business. Write Accounting memos and policies. 
  • Supervise Accounting Operations:
     
    • Monthly financials and management reporting packages. 

    • Review of month-end journal entries and account reconciliations. 

    • Continuously optimize accounting processes.
  •  
  • Supervise the Tax function:
     
    • Manage Federal and State tax returns. 

    • Other tax filings (franchise, payroll). 

  • Actively participate in other functional areas – for example: cash management, work with AP/AR/Payroll Analysts as needed. 
  • Actively support the growth of the business: 
    • Identify and drive process improvements. Design new processes as needed. 
    • Work with internal teams to manage and improve data systems that impact the accuracy of the financials. 
    • Complete special projects as needed. 

We’d like to hear from candidates with: 

  • Background and Functional Expertise:
     
    • 8+ years of professional accounting experience. 

    • CPA required, or a minimum of 5 years of CPA Audit firm experience. 

    • Large Audit Firm experience strongly preferred. 

    • Private accounting experience at a startup/high-growth company preferred.
  •  
  • Desire to work in a fast growing, sometimes unstructured environment where you can add a lot not only to your functional role but to all those around you.
  • An extremely high degree of ownership. 
  • Self-starter with ability to work independently. 
  • Excellent communication, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to problem solve and provide solutions on complex issues.
  • Ability to handle confidential information in a professional manner.

FAQs

What is the last date for applying to the job?

The deadline to apply for Full-Time Controller at Papaya is 1st of January 2025 . We consider jobs older than one month to have expired.

Which countries are accepted for this remote job?

This job accepts [ USA ] applicants. .

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