Controller

Opportunity

As Controller, you’ll be the operational and strategic lead for all things accounting at Airbyte. You’ll own the close process, build for audit readiness, and design scalable systems and workflows that grow with the business.

We currently work with an outsourced accounting firm. You’ll have full autonomy to shape the future org — whether that means scaling external support, bringing functions in-house, or building a hybrid model. This role reports to the VP of Finance (who reports to the CEO) and partners closely with RevOps, Legal, and other teams.

What You'll Do

• Lead the accounting function, including GL, AP/AR, revenue (PLG + enterprise, consolidations, and compliance
• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and US GAAP compliance
• Prepare for and manage external audits, including documentation, technical memos, and internal controls
• Evaluate, implement, and optimize accounting systems and workflows to support scale and reduce manual work
• Guide technical accounting policies and decisions, including revenue recognition under ASC 606
• Build and maintain cross-functional processes that ensure accounting accuracy across business systems
• Hire, retain, and mentor an accounting team over time, scaling resourcing as the business grows
• Support entity structuring and international accounting processes as we expand globally

What You'll Need

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including time as an Assistant Controller or higher at an audited company
• Big 4 audit background
• CPA certification
• Strong systems instincts — you’ve evaluated, implemented, or redesigned accounting workflows and tools
• Experience leading or preparing for external audits in a fast-scaling environment
• Deep knowledge of US GAAP and technical accounting, especially revenue
• Operational mindset: you’re pragmatic, solution-oriented, and know when to build vs. buy
• Clear communicator with a bias for action and ownership

Bonus Points

• Experience with PLG or hybrid SaaS revenue models
• Experience designing & rolling out new AR & AP workflows
• AI-curious: you explored how AI could transform accounting
• Experience working with international entities

  If you're excited to shape a modern, scalable accounting function from the ground up — and want the freedom to build it your way — we’d love to hear from you.

Location

• San Francisco Bay Area. Onsite, Tuesday through Thursday. 

We Provide 

The benefits listed below are for U.S. employees.

• Relocation - should you apply to a San Francisco based role, Airbyte will assist with U.S. relocation to make this a seamless transition and compensate you well.
• Unlimited paid time off - we need you at your best at all times. Our expected minimum time off of 25 PTO days per year lets you schedule your work around your life.
• Parental leave (for new parents) - we offer 16 weeks of paid parental leave for all new parents so you have time to adjust to the new life (and work) schedule introduced by your new bundle of joy.
• Open book policy - we will pay for books you purchase for your professional and career development. 
• Continuous learning/training policy - we sponsor you for the conferences and training programs you feel would add to your development in the company. 
• Competitive benefits package for employees - including:
  • Blue Shield or Kaiser Medical Insurance 
    • Airbyte covers 100% for both employees and dependents
  • Dental (including child & adult ortho) & Vision Insurance
    • Airbyte covers 100% for both employees and dependents
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
    • Airbyte covers 100% for employees
  • Short-term Disability Insurance 
    • Airbyte covers 100% for employees 
  • Long-term Disability Insurance
    • Airbyte covers 100% for employees
• Healthcare insurance stipend - for those outside the U.S. whose countries do not provide it for free.
• 401k - for U.S. based employees.
• FSA - flexible spending account for U.S. based employees.
• Work visas - all visa requests will be discussed on a case by case basis to determine if we can sponsor.

Airbyte is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, veteran or military status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 

Airbyte is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. Please let us know if you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability.