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Who We Are
Zadara is a leading provider of AI edge clouds, delivering a groundbreaking distributed cloud platform purpose-built for sovereign AI applications. Zadara platform powers advanced AI capabilities with the simplicity, agility, and flexibility of cloud computing while ensuring seamless multi-tenancy through fully automated, end-to-end provisioning of compute, storage, and networking resources. Zadara’s vision is to build and operate the largest global Edge Cloud Network to enable innovative technologies & services that improve the way the world communicates, works, heals, travels and plays. We have a global and diverse workforce that is growing as we expand our customer base. Together as a team we are making an impact on the Edge Cloud market.
Our Zadarian Culture
All Zadarians are finding their edge by living and breathing our core values; All Belonging, Accountable together, Exceptionally focused, Flexible, Trailbreaking, and Zealous.
We believe that good things happen to people and business in a culture of choice. Where diverse and individual needs, wants and wishes are respected and rewarded — where the possibilities are limitless. Here you can, breakout and breakthrough to do your best work.
What Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Mean to Us
We believe in the power of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). Members of our distributed team come from different geographies and cultural backgrounds and we serve a diverse population. Our commitment to DEI helps us design better products and services, and serve our employees, customers, and partners. Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is critical to our vision and to our impact, and helps us boost our perspective, creativity, and growth.
Role
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Controller to lead our accounting operations and ensure the accuracy and integrity of our financial reporting. The Controller will play a critical role in overseeing the US day-to-day financial activities of the organization, including financial statement preparation, budgeting, internal controls, compliance, US taxes and strategic financial planning.
As a key member of the finance leadership team, the Controller will work closely with senior management to support decision-making and drive financial performance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, deep knowledge of GAAP, and proven experience managing accounting teams in a fast-paced environment.
Your day to day
- Strategic Planning
- Develop and implement strategies in line with the Company’s objectives.
- Provide strategic input on accounting matters to the CFO/COO.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement solutions to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Effectively plan resources and tools.
- Financial Reporting and Accounting Close
- Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes for the US operations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Manage the analysis of US financial statements and provide explanations for any material variances.
- Strong understanding of ASC 842 will be helpful.
- Implement and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard company assets.
- Tax compliance. Handle US Sales Tax and US Property Tax in the US.
- Procurement and Purchasing
- Optimize purchasing processes to drive cost savings and efficiency.
- AP management – accurate recording and timely payment.
- NetSuite Expertise
- Leverage NetSuite to streamline financial processes and enhance reporting capabilities.
- Ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial data within NetSuite.
- Collaborate with external NetSuite consultants to optimize NetSuite functionality and implement system enhancements.
- Financial Analysis and Planning
- Provide financial insights and analysis to support strategic planning and decision-making.
- Assist in the development of budgets and forecasts.
- Leadership & Team Management
- Lead by example; model the behaviors that exemplify Zadara’s core values and standard of conduct.
- Mentor team members, fostering their growth and development.
- Manage team’s performance, ensuring regular feedback loop, and collaborative and high-performance work environment.
- Oversee and coordinate team activities in the daily operations, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
What you bring
- CPA strongly preferred.
- 10+ years of progressive experience in finance roles, preferably within a technology or SaaS company.
- Minimum of 3 years in leadership role
- Proven experience managing financial operations in a multi-entity environment.
- Strong understanding of IFRS and relevant financial regulations.
- Extensive experience with NetSuite, including implementation, administration, and reporting.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
- Experience with legal contract review, and compliance management.
- The ability to work in a fast-paced business often going through continuous change.
- Proactive, initiator, able to multitask and prioritize.
Your education
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting or Finance, or related field
Other
- For candidates based near our Irvine, CA office: Role will be considered a hybrid role with on-site presence a few days per week.
- For remote candidates: Travel to the Irvine office is expected to be every few months or may vary depending on business priorities.
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