Overview
Liquibase is the leader in Database DevOps. Downloaded more than 100 million times, our software enables DevOps teams around the globe to accelerate the software delivery process by automating database updates, security, and governance. We are a nimble, fast-paced, innovative team with the opportunity to make an outsized impact on the business and the industry.
Liquibase is hiring a Controller who will report directly to the CFO. This is a high-impact, high visibility role as a leader of the Accounting team. We are looking for a dynamic problem solver with a diverse background in accounting who will be responsible for leading our financial operations as we continue to scale the company. You will execute a wide range of projects for the industry leader in the database devops space.
What you’ll be doing
- Accounting Operations: oversee the monthly and quarterly close process, payroll, billing, AR/AP, general ledger, and revenue recognition
- Compliance and Risk Management: ensure adherence to GAAP, tax regulations, and industry compliance standards, mitigating financial risks
- Audit and Tax Oversight: drive all aspects of the annual financial audit with external auditors and partner with tax advisors to ensure timely and accurate completion of federal and state tax filings
- Treasury and Cash Management: Manage the treasury function by overseeing bank accounts, debt facility, compliance reporting, and cash flow forecast
- System and Process Optimization: develop and implement scalable financial systems and processes to support company growth and efficient financial operations .
- Team Development: Lead and mentor the accounting team, fostering a high-performance culture that supports business objectives
- Cross Functional Partnership: Collaborate closely with Finance, Sales, HR, the leadership team and all departments to optimize financial performance and operations
Must Haves
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 8+ years of experience in accounting, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role
- CPA or equivalent certification preferred.
- Deep understanding of US GAAP and the ability to communicate complex accounting issues to both finance and non-finance personnel
- Experience managing a team and mentoring staff accountants.
- Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks and Maxio) and Microsoft Excel.
- Monitoring of company T&E policy and expense management via Brex
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify and resolve complex accounting issues.
- Proven experience in automating accounting processes and implementing accounting systems
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate across teams.
- Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
Perks of life at Liquibase:
- Remote First culture, potential for company-wide in-person gatherings
- Home office allowance for remote workers
- Meaningful equity (US only)
- Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits - country dependent
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays
- 401K matching (US only)
- No punks, no jerks culture
- Growth opportunities and ability to move up within the company
We take pride in:
- A transparent and collaborative team environment. We value multiple perspectives and fresh thinking.
- Our entrepreneurial culture. We provide every employee the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
- Providing the opportunity to work with new technologies and learn from experienced professionals.
- How organizations, large and small, use DevOps to drive developer agility and accelerate software delivery.
Company Overview - We are Liquibase
A career at Liquibase means joining a quickly growing company on the front lines of the DevOps space. Our vision is to be the easiest, safest, and most powerful community-led database change management solution. As companies of all sizes continue to adopt an agile methodology and DevOps practices, there is a growing realization that the database needs to be considered as part of this innovation process.
At Liquibase, we foster a culture rooted in the open-source values of freedom, choice, transparency, and meritocracy. These are not just fashion labels here, but sincere convictions, and you’ll see that reflected in the way we operate daily. We’re caffeinated, collaborative & confident experts, eager to solve the most challenging database CI/CD problems for our customers.
Want to help the software world move faster? You’ve found the right place.
Eligible candidates may be subject to criminal history and credit checks, which will be conducted and used in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws
