Assistant Controller

STN Incorporated

Pleasanton, CA, United States Full-time $150K – $180K/yr 2 mo ago
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Pleasanton, CA, United States
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About the role

At STN, we don't just adapt to the digital future, we engineer it. Our mission is to help organizations thrive in a rapidly evolving technology landscape through strategic insight, cutting-edge solutions, and a security-first mindset. We provide end-to-end services spanning cloud consulting, AI infrastructure, and enterprise security, enabling secure, scalable, and future-ready transformation.

As trusted advisors, we align IT investments with business outcomes that drive performance and growth, starting with deep strategic engagement and delivering tailored solutions built for long-term impact.

Our approach is innovation-led and rooted in cybersecurity, with a focus on leveraging the right technologies to solve real-world challenges. We invest in our people and foster a culture of growth, inclusion, and purpose because we believe empowered teams build transformative technology.

Overview The Assistant Controller will own the day-to-day accounting close process, strengthen internal controls, and serve as a key point of contact for external auditors. This role also supervises accounting staff and supports strategic finance initiatives, including M&A due diligence and equity valuation.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Close & Reporting * Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process * Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and accruals * Assist in preparation of multi-entity consolidated financial statements

Internal Controls, Compliance & Audit * Design, implement, and monitor internal controls * Support SOX compliance * Serve as primary point of contact for external auditors during annual audits * Prepare audit schedules, PBC (prepared-by-client) lists, and supporting documentation * Address audit inquiries and resolve findings

Process Improvement, Leadership & Strategic Projects * Identify opportunities to automate or streamline accounting processes * Supervise, train, and mentor accounting team members * Support 409A equity valuation * Assist with M&A due diligence and purchase accounting

Experience & Qualifications

Required * Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience) * 6+ years of progressive accounting experience, including multi-entity or public company environments * Strong knowledge of US GAAP and internal control frameworks * Experience managing, training, or mentoring accounting staff

Preferred * CPA license * Public accounting (Big 4 or regional firm) experience * Experience with SOX compliance programs * Exposure to M&A due diligence, purchase accounting, or 409A valuations

Soft Skills * Leadership: Comfortable managing, coaching, and developing a team * Communication: Clearly explains complex accounting matters to auditors and cross-functional stakeholders * Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy across reconciliations, schedules, and consolidated reporting * Adaptability: Thrives in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities

Compensation

* Full-Time, Exempt * $150,000-$180,000/year, DOE

Benefits

* Health Coverage – Medical, Dental & Vision * FSA Health and Dependent Care available * 401(k) Plan * Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) * Observed Holidays Paid * Cell Phone Allowance * Collaborative, growth-driven culture

Candidates must be U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents. We are unable to provide sponsorship at this time

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