Corporate Controller

Company: Luminous Computing
Location: Anaheim
Posted on: June 22, 2022

Job Description:

Data movement bottlenecks are the single greatest limiting factor in developing novel hardware for machine learning. We use silicon photonics to break through these barriers, and we're re-architecting the entire AI hardware stack in order to provide multiple-order-of-magnitude improvements in bandwidth and performance. We are creating a hardware/software solution that will outperform the world's largest AI supercomputers.Luminous is backed by Bill Gates, Luke Nosek, Ali Patorvi and Dara Khosrowshahi, among others.
About The JobReporting to the CFO, the Corporate Controller will be the financial lead for preparing the company in its transition from start-up to established brand. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in a fast growth corporate environment and will have built organizations to scale for rapid growth in a public company environment. The ideal candidate will develop and own business processes, systems, and financial controls in support of the future growth of the Company. This critical role aims for continuous improvement in building world-class accounting functions while partnering across the business to ensure our systems and processes continue to run smoothly. We are looking for someone who is fluent in accounting and has impressive experience scaling teams, systems and processes to meet the needs of a public company.
Responsibilities:

• Lead accounting functions on a day-to-day basis including invoicing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, treasury management, procurement and general ledger accounting
• Scale the accounting function to keep pace with fast growth by selecting and developing a highly effective and efficient finance team and identifying and leading opportunities to automate and streamline accounting policies and operations.
• Design and implement effective, scalable accounting policies and financial controls;
• Perform timely, accurate and efficient accounting close on a monthly basis;
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP;
• Prepare and present monthly management financial reporting package, including variance analysis, operational data and key metrics;
• Develop periodic Board of Directors reporting packages;
• Collaborate with the CFO in preparation and completion of the fiscal year budgeting process, evaluate business unit performance against budget, and develop forecasts/reforecasts to provide an accurate projection of financial performance.
• Manage the annual financial audit process and tax return preparation
• Perform technical accounting issue research and resolution as necessary;
• Manage preparation of regulatory filings;
• Responsible for local, state, federal and international tax compliance and reporting (including payroll, property and sales and use tax compliance and reporting);
• Play a key role in any business-related transactions with a focus on compliance with policies and procedures and new accounting pronouncements.
  Requirements:
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills
  • 10+ years proven accounting leadership experience as a Corporate Controller in a high growth atmosphere; additional consideration given to candidates who have scaled from Series A to IPO, and/or public experience
  • Current CPA license and prior auditing experience
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in business, accounting or related field
  • Experience with high growth tech manufacturing, and COGS and inventory management; semiconductor experience is a plus
  • ERP/financial systems experience including NetSuite
  • Strong technical accounting skills, including significant experience with implementing new accounting standards.
  • Comprehensive understanding and ability to apply deep knowledge of financial accounting and reporting under GAAP and SEC requirements
  • Comprehensive understanding and prior experience with design and implementation of accounting policies and procedures
  • Proven success in working with a team of people using a collaborative management style in a high growth environment
    Why Luminous Computing?Our benefits are here to support you!
    • Competitive salary and benefits
    • 401(k) program with company match of 100% up to 4% of your annual salary
    • Comprehensive medical / dental / vision, STD/LTD, AD+D and Life Insurance
    • Flexible vacation and company paid holidays
    • Daily lunch, dinner, snacks, and drinks for on-site employees
    • 12 weeks of paid Parental Leave
    • Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
    • Pre-Tax Transportation and Commuter Benefits
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • We're vested
    • You won't just own your work here; you'll have the potential to own equity in Luminous Computing. We are competing in a market that is projected to grow exponentially, which gives our company valuation room to grow at tremendous rates.
      Luminous Computing provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Luminous abides by applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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