Headway is seeking an Assistant Controller to support the Controller in overseeing accounting operations and building a high-performing, best-in-class accounting function. In this role, you’ll oversee general ledger accounting, accounts payable, tax, and treasury, manage the monthly close, lead audits, and more. This is a great opportunity for a detail-oriented, hands-on leader who’s eager to shape the future of our accounting team and make a meaningful impact on Headway’s growth.
You will:
- Lead day-to-day accounting operations, including GL, AP (including T&E), tax, and treasury with opportunities to broaden scope as Headway continues to grow
- Manage financial audits, ensuring full compliance with U.S. GAAP and regulations
- Partner with the Controller on hiring, resourcing, and team design, and decide when to bring outsourced functions in-house
- Conduct technical accounting analyses and develop robust policies under U.S. GAAP
- Develop and maintain scalable accounting policies and procedures for accuracy, compliance, and efficiency
- Collaborate cross-functionally to solve complex business challenges and drive strategic initiatives
- Build and mentor a high-performing accounting team, attracting top talent and modeling best practices
You’d be a great fit for this role if:
- You have 10+ years of accounting experience, including 5+ years as a senior accounting leader at high-growth companies
- You have at least 5 years of experience managing and developing a team of 3+
- You are a CPA with Big 4 or large public accounting firm experience
- You have proven experience thriving in high-growth, fast-paced environments
- You are an excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills
- You are a passionate people leader who inspires and develops a best-in-class accounting team
Compensation and Benefits:
- The expected base pay range for this position is $156,000-$230,000, based on a variety of factors including qualifications, experience, and geographic location.
We are committed to offering a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package, including robust health and wellness benefits, retirement savings, and meaningful ownership opportunities through equity. Compensation decisions are made holistically, ensuring fairness and alignment with market benchmarks while recognizing individual contributions and potential.
Benefits offered include:
- Equity Compensation
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- HSA / FSA
- 401K
- Work-from-Home Stipend
- Therapy Reimbursement
- 16-week parental leave for eligible employees
- Carrot Fertility annual reimbursement and membership
- 13 paid holidays each year as well as a Holiday Break during the week between December 25th and December 31st
- Flexible PTO
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Training and professional development
