Senior Director, Assistant Controller New York, New York, United States
metropolis.io, New York, NY, United States
Metropolis is an artificial intelligence company that uses computer vision technology to enable frictionless, checkout‑free experiences in the real world. Today, we are reimagining parking to enable millions of consumers to just "drive in and drive out." We envision a future where people transact in the real world with a speed, ease and convenience that is unparalleled, even online. Tomorrow, we will power checkout‑free experiences anywhere you go to make the everyday experiences of living, working and playing remarkable – giving us back our most valuable asset, time.
Who you are Metropolis is seeking an Assistant Controller to play a key leadership role in the execution of corporate accounting operations. The Assistant Controller is the executional builder — responsible for standing up core accounting processes, leading the close, and operationalizing the Controller’s vision. This role is about turning strategy into scalable processes.
What you’ll do
Own monthly/quarterly close activities, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and scalability.
Design and implement new policies, controls, and workflows (GAAP/IFRS, revenue recognition, consolidations).
Drive automation/AI adoption in reconciliations, reporting, and consolidation.
Build and mentor a growing accounting team, instilling accountability and high performance.
Work closely with cross‑functional leads (Tax, Treasury, FP&A, Operations) to ensure data integrity and reporting accuracy.
What we’re looking for
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required.
12+ years of progressive accounting experience, including team leadership.
Strong technical accounting knowledge (GAAP/IFRS) and consolidation experience.
Proven track record of implementing process improvements and leveraging technology/automation.
Hands‑on leader who has built close‑to‑reporting processes in complex environments.
Comfortable with ambiguity and building from ground up.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work across cultures and geographies.
While not required, these are a plus The anticipated base salary for this position is $190,000.00 USD to $220,000.00 USD annually. Base salary is one component of Metropolis’s total compensation package, which may also include access to or eligibility for healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a lucrative stock option plan, bonus plans and more.
Equal Employment Opportunity Metropolis Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. We make all hiring decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, or pregnancy), national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Who you are Metropolis is seeking an Assistant Controller to play a key leadership role in the execution of corporate accounting operations. The Assistant Controller is the executional builder — responsible for standing up core accounting processes, leading the close, and operationalizing the Controller’s vision. This role is about turning strategy into scalable processes.
What you’ll do
Own monthly/quarterly close activities, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and scalability.
Design and implement new policies, controls, and workflows (GAAP/IFRS, revenue recognition, consolidations).
Drive automation/AI adoption in reconciliations, reporting, and consolidation.
Build and mentor a growing accounting team, instilling accountability and high performance.
Work closely with cross‑functional leads (Tax, Treasury, FP&A, Operations) to ensure data integrity and reporting accuracy.
What we’re looking for
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required.
12+ years of progressive accounting experience, including team leadership.
Strong technical accounting knowledge (GAAP/IFRS) and consolidation experience.
Proven track record of implementing process improvements and leveraging technology/automation.
Hands‑on leader who has built close‑to‑reporting processes in complex environments.
Comfortable with ambiguity and building from ground up.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work across cultures and geographies.
While not required, these are a plus The anticipated base salary for this position is $190,000.00 USD to $220,000.00 USD annually. Base salary is one component of Metropolis’s total compensation package, which may also include access to or eligibility for healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a lucrative stock option plan, bonus plans and more.
Equal Employment Opportunity Metropolis Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. We make all hiring decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, or pregnancy), national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.
#J-18808-Ljbffr