Controller

• Own the full accounting close process — monthly, quarterly, and annual — and drive it toward a tight, reliable cadence
• Build and maintain a scalable chart of accounts, internal controls, and accounting policies appropriate for a hardware + software company
• Lead technical accounting on complex areas: revenue recognition (ASC 606), inventory valuation, capitalized costs, equity compensation (ASC 718), and lease accounting (ASC 842)
• Manage relationships with external auditors and own the annual audit process
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and expense management
• Lead international accounting and tax operations as Hark expands into new markets — including entity setup, local statutory reporting, VAT/GST registration and compliance, transfer pricing policy and documentation, and cross-border payroll tax
• Manage tax compliance across federal, state, and local jurisdictions, coordinating with outside advisors on domestic and international filings
• Build and lead the accounting team as the organization continues to scale
• Evaluate and implement the ERP and financial systems infrastructure needed to support scale

• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including time in a Controller or Assistant Controller role
• Experience at a hardware or hardware-adjacent company — you understand inventory accounting, COGS structure, contract manufacturing, and the operational complexity that comes with physical products
• Demonstrated experience supporting international expansion: standing up accounting and tax operations in new countries, managing multi-jurisdiction compliance, and coordinating with regional advisors
• Strong technical accounting chops; you can work through a complex accounting question independently and document your conclusions clearly
• Experience managing an audit with a Big 4 or national firm
• Comfortable building in ambiguity — you’ve set up processes from scratch, not just inherited them
• Hands-on by default; you’re not waiting for a team to do the work
• Clear communicator who can translate accounting complexity for non-finance stakeholders

• Familiarity with NetSuite or similar ERP implementation
• Experience with indirect tax (VAT/GST) across multiple international jurisdictions

The US base salary range for this full-time position is between $200,000 – $350,000 annually.

The pay offered for this position may vary based on several individual factors, including job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

The total compensation package may also include additional components/benefits depending on the specific role.

This information will be shared if an employment offer is extended.