Controller

Job Description

Controller Remote Full-time/Regular, Exempt Who We Are: Getaround is the world’s first connected carsharing marketplace. Launched in 2011, Getaround is available today in more than 1,000 cities across the United States and Europe. We connect safe, convenient, and affordable cars with people who need them to live and work via our peer-to-peer marketplace. Our proprietary connected car technology allows guests to book and unlock a wide variety of vehicles directly from our app without ever having to meet anyone in person, carry an access card, wait in line, or coordinate picking up keys, unlike traditional rental car services. Getaround is focused on providing economic opportunities to local communities. Our community includes guests who rely on our cars for on-demand mobility and entrepreneurial hosts (car owners) who share cars on our platform including those who operate their own carsharing businesses. Did you know cars are parked 22 hours a day on average? When we share cars, we don’t need as many on the road, which means fewer accidents, reduced traffic, and less space required for parking. Carsharing modernizes mobility by allowing people to connect multiple forms of efficient transportation for any type of use case. Through carsharing, we aim to lessen greenhouse gasses and reduce pollution. Studies show that when carsharing is available, people drive less and drive vehicles more appropriate for their use case, which can reduce household carbon emissions by up to 40%. Also, shared cars are used more frequently and retired more quickly, accelerating the adoption of newer, more energy-efficient vehicles. Our mission is to empower people to carshare everywhere by enabling the shift away from car ownership, want to join us? The Opportunity: Getaround is looking for a dynamic, hands-on Controller to lead and aid in the continued success of our Accounting and Financial Reporting team. You will own the entire global close and consolidation process, proposing and implementing changes and automation to enable timely and accurate reporting. Partner with various departments on cross-functional initiatives. In this role, you will aid in the development and growth of accounting professionals currently ranging from Staff Accountants to Accounting Managers by acting as a mentor for the department and a hands-on coach, leading by example.

What You'll Be Doing: Essential Duties and Responsibilities (include, but are not limited to the following)

• Own the month-end close, global consolidation, and account reconciliation process.
• Own reporting, including creating or controlling statements of changes in equity and statements of cash flows.
• Transfer your accounting knowledge to the team - teaching and developing the team comprised of our accounting manager, and junior and senior accountants with various levels of technical knowledge.
• Work cross-functionally with various teams to automate and optimize processes and reports that impact the speed and accuracy of accounting.
• Help Financial Operations Team design and set up controls for all accounting-related tools and processes.
• Assist in preparing and/or updating financial and accounting policies as needed and assist in the application and adherence to those policies.
• Ensure compliance with statutory reporting filings (international entities) and various tax filings (domestic and international entities) with the help of our Tax and Legal department.
• Provide oversight on other initiatives or cross-functional projects impacting Accounting.
• Work proactively with the Financial Operations, Tax, and FP&A teams to ensure an efficient and accurate flow of information between teams.
• Contribute to any ad hoc projects as they arise.
• Ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of company information, data, and systems.
• Ensure that security policies and procedures are followed.
• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of this position. Essential duties and responsibilities may be added or modified as necessary at any time.

What You'll Need:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or equivalent.
• 15+ years related experience with a combination of public and corporate accounting.
• Minimum 3+ years of Big 4 experience.
• International accounting experience.
• CPA preferred, but not required.

Skills & Abilities:

• Hands-on approach to problem-solving.
• Proven ability to teach and develop the team.
• Patience and ability to explain accounting concepts to non-accountants across the company.
• Strong technical skills and experience in financial reporting and US GAAP accounting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Positive attitude with a willingness to take on challenges in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and build working relationships across global teams.
• Ability to manage the team remotely.
• Results driven with a high level of ownership, initiative, teamwork, accountability, and integrity.
• Must be willing to travel to the San Francisco Bay Area.

Work Environment:

• Typical work environment includes desktop computing work using typical desktop computing equipment (laptop, keyboard, mouse, monitors, desk, chair) in an office environment and/or remote workspace environment.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to sit and use typical desktop computing workspace equipment - e.g. mouse, keyboard, monitor, phone - for extended periods of time.
• Manual dexterity to operate a typical desktop computing workstation.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing, using virtual meeting and communication tools such as email, Google Meet, and Slack.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 15 pounds, if required.
• Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Getaround Benefits & Perks:

• 🌎 Remote first workplace and flexible work hours. We mean it!
• 💰 Competitive salary, 401(k) plan, and generous stock options to help you plan and save for retirement.
• 🏖 Open PTO policy and two annual ⚡Recharge Weeks to help you reset and recharge.
• 💫 Healthcare plans include medical, dental, and vision to take excellent care of you and your family.
• 🛟 Health Spending (HSA) and Flexible Spending (FSA) accounts allowing you to allocate pre-tax dollars for eligible expenses.
• ❤️‍🩹 Employee Assistance & Wellness Support Program (EAP) and access to a variety of wellbeing support resources.
• 📝 Annual Work Smarter Stipend to optimize the efficiency of your remote workspace.
• 🎒 Self-Directed Development Incentive to support you with your professional development goals.
• 💻 Virtual events to connect with your fellow Getarounders, including educational speakers, cooking sessions, game nights, mixology classes, and more!
• 🤝 A company culture that keeps Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion top of mind, thanks to our dedicated Task Force. We are committed to being a place where you’re empowered to bring your full self to work.
• 🗓 Monthly Getaround credits and discounts for you, your friends, and your family.
• 🏆 Employee Recognition, Anniversary programs, and much more!

$150,000 - $200,000 a year Actual compensation within the range may vary based on position level, knowledge, skills, experience, training, and geographic location. We Are Getarounders: Getaround is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. Getaround is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding status, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, disability (including physical or mental disability, medical condition, or medical leave), or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Consistent with our commitment to equal employment opportunity, Getaround will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential functions of your job due to a disability, please contact People Operations at [email protected] to request an accommodation. This EEO statement reaffirms our commitment to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment, in accordance with all applicable laws. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply for employment opportunities at Getaround. Come join us and continue to make Getaround a great place to work! Apply for this job