Director of Finance Transformation & Controllership

Director of Finance Transformation & Controllership

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Location: Santa Cruz, CA (Onsite)

Position Type: Full-Time

Travel: 10–15% (primarily to Mexico, typically max 0-1x per quarter)

About Paystand

Paystand is on a mission to rebuild the financial system — making business payments open, fair, and decentralized.

As one of the fastest-growing B2B fintech innovators, we’re transforming how money moves between businesses by replacing outdated, fee-based systems with a blockchain-enabled, cashless network that rewards efficiency and transparency.

Following the acquisitions of Teampay and Yaydoo, Paystand is integrating into one global fintech platform — connecting North America and Latin America under a unified vision for decentralized finance and commercial payments.

We’re scaling fast and preparing for our next major milestone: IPO readiness and beyond.

Position Summary

The Director of Finance Transformation & Controllership will be instrumental in shaping Paystand’s financial backbone for global scale.

This hands‑on, systems-minded finance leader will oversee accounting, treasury, and global payroll operations — driving automation, accuracy, and scalability across multiple entities and countries.

You’ll lead transformation initiatives that prepare Paystand for continued growth, future acquisitions, and public‑company readiness. This role requires a balance of strategic finance acumen and operational execution, with direct oversight of U.S. and Mexico‑based teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Accounting, Controls & Reporting
• Oversee day‑to‑day accounting operations, ensuring timely, accurate, GAAP‑compliant financial statements.
• Engage directly in close processes to identify inefficiencies and implement sustainable process improvements.
• Maintain robust internal controls and documentation aligned with SOX‑readiness and audit standards.
• Partner with FP&A and leadership to ensure consistent and data‑driven financial reporting.

Finance Transformation & Automation

• Lead efforts to automate and optimize accounting, reporting, and payroll workflows through AI and digital tools.
• Modernize financial systems (Net Suite, Workiva, Flo Qast, Adaptive, etc.) for scalability across multi‑entity, multi‑currency environments.
• Leverage AI‑driven insights and predictive analytics to improve forecasting and anomaly detection.
• Champion continuous improvement in systems, workflows, and cross‑functional finance operations.

Treasury & Cash Management

• Manage global treasury operations and reporting, including cash flow, liquidity, and inter‑company settlements.
• Oversee fiat and crypto treasury functions, custody, and accounting for digital assets.
• Partner with CFO and COO to optimize capital structure, banking relationships, and FX management.
• Payroll Operations (U.S., Mexico, and Global Expansion)
• Oversee global payroll operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness across all regions.
• Collaborate with HR and external partners to align payroll processes between U.S., Mexico, and future international entities.
• Maintain expert familiarity with Mexican accounting, payroll, and tax compliance requirements.
• Implement automation and AI solutions to improve global payroll accuracy and efficiency.

Compliance, Audit & Financial Risk

• Ensure adherence to financial compliance standards, including GAAP, audit requirements, and internal control frameworks.
• Support fintech‑related compliance and evolving crypto accounting regulations as the company grows.
• Drive continuous improvement in audit readiness, documentation, and testing processes.
• Maintain readiness for SOX and SOC 2 Type II frameworks in preparation for public‑company expectations.

Cross‑Functional & Global Leadership

• Partner closely with the CFO, COO, Head of FP&A, and HR to align accounting, payroll, treasury, and compliance functions with company…