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As fab2 first dedicated accounting leader, this Controller will own the accounting function and build the financial foundations we need for our next stage of growth. This is a critical role with real scope, and the processes, systems, and controls you put in place will define how this company operates for years to come.
You'll own all accounting operations from end-to-end. This includes running a clean, disciplined close process; building out manufacturing and inventory accounting; establishing controls and approval workflows; and driving audit readiness.
You'll partner closely with Finance, Operations, and the broader business to ensure our accounting infrastructure keeps pace with how the company is scaling and what comes next. This is an autonomous, high-ownership role in a fast-moving environment. The right person is comfortable with ambiguity, motivated to create structure where little exists, and confident running the function independently.
The fab2 team can build anything. We design all the hardware and software needed to make chips and we make the fabs, tools, and components ourselves. We're looking for exceptional, hands-on people who can iterate to the limits of what's possible.
fab2 was founded by Sam Zeloof and Jim Keller . Sam is best known for making chips in his garage, and Jim has been a leader in the semiconductor industry for the past 40 years.
This role sits on the Business Operations team, which is responsible for building the operational foundation that lets fab2 scale. We believe our internal systems should be as thoughtful and ambitious as the products we build. As we grow, we need accounting infrastructure that's clean, scalable, and audit-ready.
As fab2 first dedicated accounting leader, this Controller will own the accounting function and build the financial foundations we need for our next stage of growth. This is a critical role with real scope, and the processes, systems, and controls you put in place will define how this company operates for years to come.
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You'll own all accounting operations from end-to-end. This includes running a clean, disciplined close process; building out manufacturing and inventory accounting; establishing controls and approval workflows; and driving audit readiness.
You'll partner closely with Finance, Operations, and the broader business to ensure our accounting infrastructure keeps pace with how the company is scaling and what comes next. This is an autonomous, high-ownership role in a fast-moving environment. The right person is comfortable with ambiguity, motivated to create structure where little exists, and confident running the function independently.
CPA certification required; Big 4 or equivalent national firm experience strongly preferred.
Experience leading or preparing for external audits, including managing auditor relationships, documentation, and support schedules.
Background in hardware, manufacturing, capital equipment, or another inventory-heavy environment.
Deep expertise in inventory accounting, standard costing, WIP, COGS, reserves, R&D, and fixed asset accounting.
Proven ability to build accounting processes, controls, and policies in a growing company.
Hands-on leading ERP implementations with strong cross-functional modules, including MES, PLM, and inventory management tools.
Strong GAAP expertise, including ASC 606, 330, 460, 842, 718, 730.
Proactive and hands-on: comfort operating in a fast-moving, ambiguous environment.
Strong cross-functional communicator: you have the ability to translate accounting requirements for engineering, operations, leadership, and other non-finance stakeholders alike.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related technical discipline.
Semiconductor or deep-tech industry experience.
Experience as an early or foundational accounting hire at a startup.
We’re an early-stage hardware startup with solid funding, world-class advisors, and a lab/office in Austin, TX and San Francisco, CA.
Fab2 is a privately held semiconductor manufacturer building fabs, chipmaking tools, components, and design software.
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Full-time
Senior
Onsite
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