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

The Controller – US will be responsible for overseeing all financial operations, accounting, and compliance for the US entity. This role ensures accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and effective financial controls while supporting business growth and strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate has a strong background in corporate accounting, tax compliance, and financial management within a fast-paced technology or SaaS environment.

Your day to day

• Financial Reporting & Compliance:
• Hands-on management of the month-end close process, financial statement preparation, advanced reconciliations and streamlining days-to-close processes.
• Review account reconciliations, journal entries, and accounting transactions. Prepare variance analyses, ensuring that accounting activities are well supported and documented.
• Ensure timely and accurate recording of all transactions.
• Strong understanding of ASC 842 will be helpful
• Report the monthly, quarterly and annual results and reporting package to the parent company
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal tax regulations, as well as global reporting obligations.
• Prepare the sales and use tax returns and the annual property tax reports.
• Coordinate, tax filings, and regulatory reporting.
• Verify accuracy of commissions calculations and accounting treatment
• Manage and control inventory levels of inventory in the US.
• Accounting Operations & Internal Controls:
• Develop and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Maintain accounting system, revenue recognition, state and local tax, and property tax compliance.
• Maintains and enforces a documented system of accounting policies and procedures
• Implement and refine financial systems, processes, and policies to support growth and scalability.
• Revenue Accounting and AR management:
• Strong understanding of IFRS and US GAAP – understanding of ASC 606 will be helpful.
• Experience with revenue recognition processes.
• Experience with deferred revenue accounting.
• AR management and collection experience.
• Strategic Financial Leadership:
• Partner with the CFO&COO and executive team to provide financial insights and strategic recommendations.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to drive business decision-making.
• Evaluate and enhance financial processes, automation, and technology adoption.
• This position has the potential to grow into additional entities within Zadara Global finance and operations organization.
• Team Leadership & Development:
• Manage, mentor, and develop a local accounting team, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Provide training and guidance on accounting principles, financial policies, and best practices.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

What you bring

• Availability to work off business hours to support global requirements when necessary.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• CPA certification required (active).
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• 5 years of prior Controller experience preferred.
• Prior experience in a technology or SaaS company preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience with ERP systems and automation tools.
• Extensive experience with NetSuite, including implementation, administration, and reporting.
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, global organization, going through continuous change
• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
• Experience with legal contract review, and compliance management.
• Experience managing purchasing/procurement teams.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• 401(k) plan with matching
• Basic life and AD&D

$180,000 – $200,000 a year

Actual minimum and maximum may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors

Zadara is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. Our recruitment process may include the use of AI-powered search tools to proactively identify candidates based on job requirements.

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