Axion is hiring a Controller

Axion is hiring a Controller to take our accounting foundation from startup-scrappy to institution-grade. You'll be the hands-on leader responsible for establishing reliable, scalable processes across our 150-person global organization. This role owns accounting operations end-to-end, including tightening the close, leading a critical ERP migration, and driving GAAP discipline across all entities.

What You'll Do

• Run the monthly and quarterly close processes for entities in the U.S., U.K., and India.
• Own journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations; drive toward a 5–8-day close timeline.
• Strengthen revenue recognition and GAAP discipline, particularly ASC 606, close prior audit gaps, and document sustainable accounting policies.
• Lead the move off QuickBooks; evaluate and recommend a new ERP (Rillet or Campfire) and own the full implementation.
• Oversee accounting for three wholly owned entities, including India (~200 employees). Manage intercompany eliminations, FX, and coordination with local accounting partners.
• Own the annual audit process end-to-end and quarterback U.S. federal, state, and sales-tax compliance with external advisors.
• Manage international filings in partnership with U.K. and India firms.
• Own vendor visibility and governance. Centralize ~$120K/month of spend through the ERP and Ramp, ensure correct department coding, and monitor renewals.
• Deliver monthly GAAP statements and department-level P&Ls. Partner with FP&A to ensure clean, consistent data for forecasting and board reporting.
• Manage the transition from outsourced bookkeeping to a hybrid internal model. Hire and oversee offshore accounting support and build a small U.S. team over time.

What We're Looking For

• 7–10 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Background combining Big 4 experience with growth-stage SaaS or tech company work.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP and ASC 606.
• Proven success leading an ERP implementation and driving systems improvement.
• Experience with multi-entity consolidations and international subsidiaries.
• A hands-on operator who documents, automates, and follows through on processes.
• Comfortable managing external and offshore teams; a clear communicator and builder of scalable process.

Technical Stack

• QuickBooks (current)
• ERP (Rillet or Campfire – to be implemented)
• Ramp
• Rippling
• Salesforce

Team & Environment

You'll be joining a 150-person global organization. You will report to the Head of Finance (now) and future CFO (when hired). You'll manage the transition to a hybrid internal model, overseeing offshore accounting support and building a small U.S. team over time.

Benefits & Compensation

• Generous time off
• Competitive compensation, equity, and benefits
• Lunch stipend

Work Mode

This is a global role supporting entities and teams in the U.S., U.K., and India.

Axion is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.