AssetWatch, Inc.
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As we enter the next phase of rapid growth, we are seeking people to help lead the journey.
AssetWatch serves global manufacturers by powering manufacturing uptime through the delivery of an unparalleled condition monitoring experience, with a passion to care about the assets our customers care for every day. We are a devoted and capable team that includes world-renowned engineers and distinguished business leaders united by a common goal – To build the future of predictive maintenance. As we enter the next phase of rapid growth, we are seeking people to help lead the journey.
AssetWatch serves global manufacturers by powering manufacturing uptime through the delivery of an unparalleled condition monitoring experience, with a passion to care about the assets our customers care for every day. We are a devoted and capable team that includes world-renowned engineers and distinguished business leaders united by a common goal – To build the future of predictive maintenance. As we enter the next phase of rapid growth, we are seeking people to help lead the journey.
What's the Opportunity
The Controller is a key member of AssetWatch's senior leadership team, responsible for owning and scaling the company's full accounting function during a period of rapid growth. This role goes beyond day-to-day financial management – you will serve as a strategic partner to the CFO and executive leadership, bringing rigor, foresight, and operational excellence to every financial decision. The ideal candidate has deep experience in high-growth SaaS or HaaS environments and is ready to build and lead a best-in-class accounting organization with global reach.
This role is located in the United States (remote-first).
Accounting Management
Champion a culture of continuous improvement and foster innovation in processes and technologies across the accounting function.
Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with GAAP and applicable international standards; manage the full annual financial audit process end-to-end.
Design, implement, and maintain a robust internal controls framework to safeguard company assets and support audit readiness at all times.
Own and enforce revenue recognition policies in full compliance with ASC 606, with a deep understanding of SaaS/HaaS contract structures.
Oversee accounting operations across multiple legal entities, ensuring intercompany transactions, eliminations, and consolidations are executed accurately and on time.
Financial & Operational Leadership
Serve as a senior strategic partner to the CFO and executive team, translating financial data into actionable business insights.
Oversee financial strategies that support the company's growth trajectory, profitability objectives, and capital efficiency across domestic and international markets.
Drive cross-functional financial decision-making and scenario planning in support of board-level reporting and investor relations.
Lead asset and inventory control initiatives to improve accuracy and reduce carrying costs as the business scales globally.
International Finance & Multi-Entity Management
Manage the accounting and consolidation of multiple legal entities across international jurisdictions, including subsidiaries and operating entities in Canada and any future markets.
Build scalable international accounting infrastructure to support entry into new markets as AssetWatch expands its global footprint.
Develop and oversee multi-currency accounting operations, establish and maintain foreign exchange policies, manage currency translation and transaction exposure, and ensure accurate FX reporting in consolidated financials.
Oversee the design of cross-border intercompany pricing and transfer pricing documentation.
Partner with legal and outside advisors to ensure statutory filings, local GAAP compliance, and regulatory reporting requirements are met in each jurisdiction.
Treasury & Cash Management
Develop and execute strategies for balance sheet optimization and cash flow forecasting to support operational and growth needs.
Monitor and manage payables and receivables cycles, ensuring efficient working capital utilization.
Oversee multi-currency cash positioning and hedging strategies; manage relationships with banking partners across geographies to optimize liquidity and minimize FX risk.
Technology & Systems Leadership
Lead evaluation, selection, and implementation of scalable accounting systems and ERP solutions appropriate for a high-growth, multi-entity, multi-currency technology company.
Partner with Finance, Operations, Sales, and IT to ensure seamless integration of financial systems across the business, including international subsidiaries.
Tax Planning & Compliance
Oversee all aspects of tax planning and compliance across federal, state, and local jurisdictions in the United States.
Manage international tax compliance obligations, including Canadian federal and provincial filings, VAT/GST in applicable jurisdictions, and transfer pricing documentation.
Proactively identify opportunities for global tax optimization and implement strategies that minimize the company's tax exposure as the business grows and expands geographically.
Coordinate with external advisors and local tax counsel to ensure compliance with evolving international tax regulations.
Risk Management
Develop and operationalize comprehensive risk management strategies to identify, assess, and mitigate financial and operational risks, including foreign currency, geopolitical, and cross-border regulatory risks.
Implement and continuously refine fraud detection and prevention controls; conduct regular fraud risk assessments.
Strategic Planning & Execution
Contribute meaningfully to the company's overall strategic plan, representing finance and accounting as a business enabler.
Collaborate with operations, sales, and executive stakeholders to develop integrated financial plans that support efficient and scalable growth across all markets.
Drive financial integration workstreams to ensure entities, both domestic and international, are brought into compliance with AssetWatch's reporting standards quickly.
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA required.
12+ years of progressive accounting and financial management experience, with significant tenure in technology, software, SaaS, and/or HaaS companies.
Demonstrated track record of leading accounting functions in high-growth, venture- or PE-backed environments.
Deep expertise in revenue recognition standards (ASC 606) in a subscription or usage-based business model.
Proven experience managing multi-entity consolidations and multi-currency accounting operations.
Working knowledge of international tax compliance, transfer pricing principles, and VAT/GST obligations in at least one non-US jurisdiction.
Proven experience selecting, implementing, and integrating ERP and accounting systems at scale, with preference for systems supporting multi-entity, multi-currency environments.
Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to build, develop, and retain high-performing accounting teams across geographies.
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills – able to distill complex financial information for executive, board, and cross-functional audiences.
Experience at a Big 4 or large regional public accounting firm.
Prior experience as Controller or VP of Accounting in a SaaS company that has scaled through a Series B financing and/or beyond.
Familiarity with hardware-as-a-service or IoT business models.
Experience supporting board reporting and investor relations alongside a CFO.
Experience managing or establishing international subsidiaries, including Canadian operations.
Exposure to IFRS and the ability to navigate differences between US GAAP and local accounting standards in international markets.
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The base salary range for this full-time position is posted below, plus equity and benefits. Variable pay, bonuses, and other cash compensation will be discussed throughout the interview process.
The salary range was determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range applicable to your location during the hiring process.
AssetWatch Salary Range (US)
$220,000—$260,000 USD
AssetWatch is a remote-first company that puts people at the center of everything we do. We want our team members to thrive - that’s why we offer a range of benefits and perks designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.
Competitive compensation package including stock options
Flexible work schedule
Comprehensive benefits including retirement plan match
Opportunity to make a real impact every day
Work with a dynamic and growing team
Unlimited PTO
We have a distributed team that works remotely across locations in the United States and Ontario, Canada. Collaboration within core working hours is required.
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