# Controller at Leena AI

> United States · Unspecified · Other · open. Source: https://alderhq.app/jobs/workable%3Aleena-ai%3AE1AEC3AA9E (read 2026-11-08).

## Facts (observed)

- Company: [Leena AI](https://alderhq.app/companies/leena-ai)
- Location text: New York, New York, United States
- Where it can be done from (inferred): United States (evidence: "Location: New York, New York, United States")
- Posted: 2026-09-24 (45 days ago)
- First seen by alder: 2026-11-04 · last verified: 2026-11-07
- Reposted: 0 times · edited: 0 times
- Apply on the employer's site: https://apply.workable.com/j/E1AEC3AA9E

## Pay and sponsorship

- Posted pay: not posted
- Market band for similar posted roles (New York, n 2353): p25 $75k, median $120k, p75 $175k

## Description (the employer's text)

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Finance Operations

- Build, scale, manage and lead the full accounting function for US and India entities, including AP, AR, payroll, T&E, revenue recognition, and intercompany transactions
- Establish and document accounting policies, internal controls, and standard operating procedures across both geographies
Systems & Process Implementation

- Lead the selection, implementation, and/or optimization of accounting and ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks, Sage Intacct) to support multi-entity, multi-currency operations
- Implement and integrate supporting tools for expense management, billing/invoicing, payroll, and revenue recognition
- Design scalable processes and controls that can flex as the company grows
Financial Reporting & Compliance

- Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness across both US and India books
- Prepare GAAP-compliant financial statements and ensure compliance with US GAAP (and applicable Indian statutory/tax requirements, in coordination with local advisors)
- Partner with external auditors to manage annual audits
- Support technical accounting positions (e.g., revenue recognition under ASC 606, stock compensation, capitalized software costs)
Cross-Border & Entity Management

- Responsible for US Federal, state and local tax reporting and compliance
- Manage the accounting and compliance implications of operating US and India entities, including transfer pricing, intercompany agreements, and local statutory filings (in partnership with local tax/legal advisors)
- Ensure compliance with local tax, payroll, and regulatory requirements in India (GST, TDS, etc.) and the US (federal/state)
Series C & Investor Readiness

- Support due diligence for company financing, including preparation of financial data rooms, historical financials, and responses to investor/auditor requests
- Build reporting packages and KPIs for board meetings and investor updates
- Help establish the financial rigor and controls expected of a company approaching later-stage growth and potential SOX readiness
Leadership & Cross-Functional Partnership

- Build and lead the accounting team as the company scales, hiring and mentoring staff in both the US and India
- Partner closely with the CFO/Treasurer on cash management, and Head of FPA budgeting, and financial planning
- Collaborate with People/HR on payroll, benefits administration, and international employment compliance
- Serve as a key finance partner to Legal, Sales, and Engineering on contracts, revenue terms, and vendor agreements
### Requirements

Qualifications

- 8+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including prior experience as a Controller or Assistant Controller at a high-growth SaaS or technology company
- Proven experience building an accounting function from the ground up (not just operating within an established one)
- Hands-on experience implementing and/or migrating accounting/ERP systems (NetSuite, Sage Intacct, or similar)
- Deep knowledge of US GAAP; including experience with SaaS revenue recognition (ASC 606)
- Experience managing multi-entity, multi-currency, and cross-border (specifically US-India) accounting operations
- Experience supporting institutional fundraising (Series B/C or later)
- Experience supporting top-tier financial statement audits
- CPA required; MBA a plus
- Big 4 or public accounting background a plus
- Strong systems aptitude — comfortable evaluating and implementing new tools and automations (fitting, given our AI-native product)
- Excellent communication skills and comfort operating in a fast-paced, ambiguous, high-growth environment
- Experience managing or partnering with outsourced accounting teams/BPOs in India is a plus

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