About the Role
We're looking for a hands-on, strategic Director, Corporate Controller to lead Rev's accounting organization as we continue to scale. You'll own the integrity of our financial reporting, accounting operations, payroll, and month-end close while building the processes, controls, and systems that support a fast-moving AI-native business. This is an opportunity for a leader who enjoys rolling up their sleeves while also developing people and improving how finance operates. You'll partner closely with leaders across Finance, People, Legal, Revenue Operations, and Engineering to ensure accurate financial reporting, operational excellence, and scalable internal controls.
Responsibilities
- Lead the company's accounting function, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with US GAAP
- Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, continuously improving speed, accuracy, and automation
- Prepare and review financial statements and supporting schedules
- Develop and maintain accounting policies and internal controls
- Support external audits, tax compliance, and statutory reporting
- Ensure operational processes scale efficiently while maintaining strong financial controls
- Partner with cross-functional teams to improve financial workflows and system integrations
- Oversee payroll operations, accounts payable, revenue accounting, fixed assets, cash accounting, general ledger, and expense accounting
- Implement systems where appropriate
- Lead and mentor the Accounting Manager and additional members of the Finance organization
- Establish goals, coaching, and career development plans for the team
- Foster a culture of ownership, continuous improvement, and financial operational excellence
- Partner closely with the CFO on accounting strategy, financial planning support, cash management, and special projects
- Work alongside the Director of Order-to-Cash to ensure seamless coordination between billing, collections, revenue recognition, and accounting
- Collaborate with People & Talent on payroll, benefits accounting, equity compensation, and employee-related financial processes
- Support board reporting, investor diligence, and strategic initiatives as needed
- Drive automation and AI-enabled improvements across accounting operations
- Evaluate and implement best practices that improve efficiency and reduce manual work
- Partner on ERP, payroll, and financial systems enhancements
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
- 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership experience
- Experience serving as a Controller, Assistant Controller, or senior accounting leader in a high-growth technology or SaaS company
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP and revenue recognition (ASC 606)
- Experience managing month-end close and external audits
- Experience overseeing payroll, AP, and general accounting operations
- Strong systems mindset with experience improving financial processes through automation
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to partner effectively across the business
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment where priorities shift quickly
Skills
- CPA strongly preferred
- Public accounting background (Big Four or national firm) preferred
- Experience with SaaS subscription revenue and usage-based billing
- Experience with equity accounting and stock compensation
- Experience with modern ERP and financial systems
- Passion for leveraging AI and automation to improve finance operations
Location
- Austin, TX
Work Type
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- 8+ years of progressive accounting experience
- Leadership experience
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
- CPA strongly preferred
About the Company
- Every role here plays a critical part in shaping the future of speech technology and empowering our customers to do more, faster.
- We didn’t disrupt the industry by playing it safe. We did it by embracing bold thinking, welcoming diverse perspectives, and giving our team the freedom and responsibility to innovate.
- At Rev, you won’t just have a seat at the table — you’ll help redesign it.
- Come build what’s next with us 🚀
