Controller
About Comet
Comet is building the development platform for teams who want to ship robust, reliable, and responsible AI applications. Opik, our open source LLM evaluation framework, has quickly become one of the most popular tools in the space. Our experiment management platform is used by data scientists at companies like Uber, Netflix, and Etsy. Tens of thousands of researchers, engineers, academics, and hobbyists use Comet every day to build the future of AI.
Working at Comet will give you access to the most exciting work being done in all areas of machine learning. Some of the top researchers and companies working on self-driving cars, drug discovery, particle research, diffusion models, and LLMs use Comet every day. Your work has the potential to accelerate the development of some of the most impactful technology in the world, and you will be doing it alongside a team of passionate, caring individuals. If that sounds exciting, Comet is the right place for you.
Comet is backed by more than $63 million in venture capital funding and powers some of the best machine-learning teams in the world, including Netflix, Uber, Etsy, and Mobileye. We are a remote-first company with offices in New York City (USA) and Tel Aviv (Israel).
As a Controller at Comet, working remotely from the East Coast USA, you will own and direct all global accounting activities, financial reporting, compliance, and internal controls, serving as the financial backbone of a growing company. You will ensure the company’s financial integrity while partnering closely with executive leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to support data-driven decision-making. In this role, you will balance hands-on execution with continuous process improvement, building structure where needed, strengthening rigor and accountability, and laying the groundwork for a scalable, world-class finance function as the business grows.
Responsibilities:
Accounting Operations & Close
- Own the monthly close process, including general ledger review, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation
- Oversee day-to-day accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, T&E reimbursement, and customer and vendor contract accounting
- Ensure timely, accurate GAAP-compliant financial reporting
Financial Controls, Compliance & Audit
- Design, implement, and improve accounting processes and internal controls to support scale and compliance
- Manage local, state, and federal reporting requirements and tax filings
Strategic Partnership & FP&A Collaboration
- Partner closely with FP&A to analyze budget vs. actual variances
- Own the actuals layer of the budgeting and forecasting process
Cross-Functional & External Partnership
- Manage relationships with external accounting firms, tax advisors, banks, and other professional partners
- Operate independently while serving as a trusted financial partner to the COO and executive team
- Partner closely with the Fractional CFO to support budgeting, forecasting, board materials, investor reporting, and ad hoc financial analyses.
- Provide clear, proactive insights into financial performance, trends, and variances to internal stakeholders
Systems & Process Optimization
- Continuously improve the month-end close and financial reporting procedures
- Assess and implement scalable accounting and billing systems
Streamline and automate financial workflows
Who You Are:
- CPA with 8+ years of relevant experience, including a mix of Big 4 public accounting and high-growth startup experience
- Strong background in international technology companies, particularly SaaS/software businesses
- Deep knowledge of US GAAP and ASC 606
- Advanced proficiency in accounting systems, Excel/Google Sheets, and BI tools
- Experience building processes in fast-scaling environments
- Highly independent and self-directed, comfortable operating in a remote setting
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- High integrity with the ability to manage confidential information
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary - $130-180K - based on proven experience, skills and location
- Competitive benefits package
- Flexible working hours and remote work options
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- A collaborative and innovative work environment
- The chance to work with cutting-edge technologies and projects
- This role will be located in the East Coast USA, working with a global team (large presence also in Europe and Tel Aviv), some flexibility with work hours is required
Comet is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member status, marital status, pregnancy, age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, genetic information/characteristics, and any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law.