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Handshake is a career platform powering 25 million job seekers, 1 million+ employers, and 1,600 educational institutions. The company recently launched Handshake AI, a rapidly scaling AI data business that has grown to ~$1B run rate, partnering with frontier AI labs and Fortune 500 companies.
Reporting to the Senior Director of Finance, the Assistant Controller will own general accounting operations for this fast-growing, complex organization. Key responsibilities include managing month-end close, consolidation, and financial reporting across treasury, foreign subsidiaries, and inter-company transactions. The role will lead three major initiatives: implementing a new AI-native close management tool to drive automation across NetSuite and the broader close process; spearheading Handshake's first PCAOB audit-readiness program to achieve public-company-caliber audit standards; and integrating recent M&A activity into accounting systems and procure-to-pay workflows.
The Assistant Controller will build and develop the accounting team, mentoring staff while collaborating with FP&A, Payroll, and HR on complex accounting treatment and technical matters. Success requires comfort operating autonomously in ambiguous, fast-paced environments and a proven ability to build processes from the ground up.
Required qualifications: 8+ years in high-growth, complex accounting environments (ideally including Big 4 experience); 3+ years as a people leader; Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance; CPA designation and strong US GAAP knowledge; NetSuite proficiency; and excellent cross-functional communication skills. IPO readiness experience is a bonus.
