Metropolis is an artificial intelligence company that uses computer vision technology to enable frictionless, checkout-free experiences in the real world. Today, we are reimagining parking to enable millions of consumers to just "drive in and drive out." We envision a future where people transact in the real world with a speed, ease and convenience that is unparalleled, even online. Tomorrow, we will power checkout-free experiences anywhere you go to make the everyday experiences of living, working and playing remarkable - giving us back our most valuable asset, time.
Who you areMetropolis is seeking a Controller to play a key leadership role in the execution of corporate accounting operations. The Controller is the enterprise-level architect of the accounting function — owning strategy, governance, and transformation. They set the vision, establish world-class standards, and directly shape the company’s IPO and public-company readiness.
What you'll do- Enterprise Leadership: Own all corporate controllership functions including revenue accounting, consolidations, client reporting, AR/AP, and compliance.
- IPO Readiness & Governance: Build SEC/SOX-ready processes, lead audits, and establish scalable internal controls.
- Transformation: Redesign the financial close (manual-to-automated), deploy new ERP/TMS/AI-enabled solutions, and integrate acquisitions.
- Strategic Partnering: Deliver insights to ELT/Board; partner with FP&A on forward-looking analysis; support M&A due diligence and post-merger integration.
- Team Building: Hire and develop senior leaders across accounting, setting up a durable organizational model.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required.
- 15+ years progressive accounting/controllership experience, with 5+ at senior leadership.
- Strong technical accounting knowledge (GAAP/IFRS) and consolidation experience.
- Proven track record of leading large-scale transformation (systems, processes, talent).
- Deep experience in IPO/public company processes, SOX, and SEC reporting.
- Hands-on leader who has built close-to-reporting processes in complex environments.
- Comfortable with ambiguity and building from ground up.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work across cultures and geographies.
- Master’s degree.
- High-growth, complex, multi-entity operating experience (SaaS, marketplaces, payments, or real estate).
When you join Metropolis, you’ll join a team of world-class product leaders and engineers, building an ecosystem of technologies at the intersection of parking, mobility, and real estate. Our goal is to build an inclusive culture where everyone has a voice and the best idea wins. You will play a key role in building and maintaining this culture as our organization grows. The anticipated base salary for this position is $275,000.00 USD to $290,000.00 USD annually. The actual base salary offered is determined by a number of variables, including, as appropriate, the applicant's qualifications for the position, years of relevant experience, distinctive skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location of residence and/or place of employment. Base salary is one component of Metropolis’s total compensation package, which may also include access to or eligibility for healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a lucrative stock option plan, bonus plans and more. #LI-WT1 #LI-Onsite
Metropolis values in-person collaboration to drive innovation, strengthen culture, and enhance the Member experience. Our corporate team members hold to our office-first model, which requires employees to be on-site at least four days a week, fostering organic interactions that spark creativity and connection
Metropolis may utilize an automated employment decision tool (AEDT) to assess or evaluate your candidacy for employment or promotion. AEDTs are used to assist in assessing a candidate’s application relative to the required job qualifications and responsibilities listed in the job posting.
As part of this process, Metropolis retains data relevant to your candidacy, including personal information, for a period that is reasonably necessary for the use of the tool. If you are hired for the position, your data may become part of your employee records.
Metropolis Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. We make all hiring decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, or pregnancy), national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.
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Metropolis Technologies Santa Monica, California, USA Office
Santa Monica, CA, United States, 90401
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