Associate Controller

Responsibilities

• As Veo’s Associate Controller, you will lead Veo’s accounting function, overseeing financial reporting, the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, technical accounting, internal controls, and audit readiness
• Reporting directly to the CFO, you will serve as a key member of the finance leadership team, partnering cross-functionally to strengthen financial reporting, improve accounting infrastructure, and build scalable processes that support Veo’s continued growth
• This role is ideal for an experienced accounting leader who combines deep technical expertise with a practical, hands‑on approach and thrives in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment
• Financial Leadership:
  Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely, accurate, and GAAP‑compliant financial reporting
• Financial Reporting:
  Oversee the preparation of monthly financial statements, reporting packages, balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting schedules while partnering with FP&A on financial analyses
• Technical Accounting:
  Research, document, and implement accounting guidance related to complex accounting matters including equity, leases, software capitalization, foreign operations, and other technical areas
• Controllership:
  Design, implement, and continuously improve accounting policies, internal controls, and compliance processes to support company growth and future audit readiness
• Business Transformation:
  Lead accounting systems improvements, accounting automation initiatives, and process optimization to improve efficiency, scalability, and reporting quality
• Audit & Compliance:
  Serve as the primary liaison for external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory reporting requirements while overseeing annual audits and supporting tax compliance
• Cross‑Functional Partnership:
  Partner closely with Finance, Operations, Legal, HR, IT, and executive leadership to strengthen financial discipline and improve business decision‑making
• Leadership:
  Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team while building a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence

• Leadership:
  Proven experience leading accounting organizations, driving accounting transformations, managing external audits, and implementing scalable finance systems and processes
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Experience with ERP systems such as Net Suite and finance tools including Stampli, Brex, Ramp, Cube, Jirav, Fathom, or similar platforms. Advanced proficiency in Excel and/or Google Sheets required
• Experience:
  
  10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibility within a high‑growth environment. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required
• Strategic Thinking:
  Demonstrated ability to build scalable accounting processes, strengthen internal controls, and balance operational excellence with practical business partnership in a high‑growth environment
• Start‑Up
  
  Experience:
  
  Prior experience leading accounting within a venture‑backed startup or scale‑up environment strongly preferred
• Accounting Expertise:
  Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, technical accounting research, financial reporting, internal controls, and audit readiness
• Communication:
  Excellent executive communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization
• Hybrid Role:
  Must currently reside or be relocatable to a commutable distance from our Santa Monica Headquarters. The role requires a minimum of three days per week in the office
• CPA or equivalent certification is strongly preferred
• Experience preparing an organization for external audits, financing events, or SOX readiness
• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Experience implementing or optimizing ERP systems and financial technology platforms
• Experience supporting business transformation initiatives, finance systems implementations, or accounting infrastructure buildouts
• Exposure to mobility, transportation, logistics, manufacturing, or other asset‑intensive industries

• Competitive Pay And Benefits
• Fast‑Paced, Hyper‑Growth Technology Company
• Unlimited PTO
• Culture Events
• Veo Credits — Of Course