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Apollo.ioDirector, Assistant Controller
Apollo.io seeks a Director, Assistant Controller to operate as a core pillar of its financial department on a full-time, remote basis. Candidates located in the Bay…
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Apollo.io seeks a Director, Assistant Controller to operate as a core pillar of its financial department on a full-time, remote basis. Candidates located in the Bay Area are strongly preferred for this position. Founded in 2015, Apollo.io operates a prominent go-to-market and sales intelligence platform utilized by over half a million companies worldwide. The organization provides revenue professionals with verified B2B contact data and engagement tools through a unified system.…
Job Description
Apollo.io seeks a Director, Assistant Controller to operate as a core pillar of its financial department on a full-time, remote basis. Candidates located in the Bay Area are strongly preferred for this position.
Founded in 2015, Apollo.io operates a prominent go-to-market and sales intelligence platform utilized by over half a million companies worldwide. The organization provides revenue professionals with verified B2B contact data and engagement tools through a unified system. Backed by prominent investors like Sequoia Capital and Bain Capital Ventures, the pre-IPO SaaS enterprise continues to scale rapidly.
This hands-on, execution-focused position reports directly to the Controller and manages the general ledger accounting team. The selected professional will take complete ownership of the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close cycles while guiding external audits and shaping internal controls. The role suits an experienced operational accountant who thrives in a fast-paced technology sector environment, welcomes ambiguity, and can act as a strategic thought partner on complex accounting matters.
The position offers significant potential for professional growth as the organization moves toward public readiness. Responsibilities span governance expansion, team mentorship, and the integration of automated artificial intelligence tooling to optimize financial operations.
Responsibilities
- Manage the overall general ledger accounting team and direct the financial controllership framework
- Oversee monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close operations to guarantee precise reporting
- Supervise, mentor, and foster accountability within the internal accounting personnel
- Coordinate external audits as the primary liaison, overseeing substantive testing and committee deliverables
- Refine accounting procedures, internal controls, and governance policies to prepare the firm for an initial public offering
- Collaborate with the Controller on technical matters including revenue recognition under ASC 606, software capitalization under ASC 350-40, and stock-based compensation under ASC 718
- Integrate artificial intelligence tooling and drive process enhancements for system scalability
- Update executive leadership regarding financial risks, reporting timelines, and close performance
Requirements
- Possess eight to ten years of progressive accounting experience
- Demonstrate hands-on history of managing and developing direct-report personnel
- Show verified experience executing month-end closes and handling external audits from start to finish
- Bring a startup mindset with comfort operating in high-growth environments amid shifting priorities
- Exhibit working knowledge of SaaS revenue recognition principles
Qualifications
- Earned a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
- Hold an active Certified Public Accountant designation
- Bring prior work experience specifically within the SaaS industry
- Familiarity with ASC 350-40 regarding capitalized software and ASC 718 for equity accounting
- Experience using systems such as NetSuite, Zip, or Stripe
Core Skills
Benefits
- Equity compensation
- Company bonus opportunities
- 401(k) retirement plan
- At least ten paid holidays per year
- Flexible paid time off and parental leave
- Employee assistance program alongside wellbeing benefits
- Global travel coverage
- Life, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance
- Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this position remote?
Yes, this is a remote full-time role, though applicants located in the Bay Area are strongly preferred.
What are the pay ranges for this role?
The compensation depends on location, with Tier 1 locations such as San Francisco, New York City, and Seattle offering $251,800 to $314,600 USD, and all other US locations offering $218,900 to $273,600 USD.
What education or certifications are required?
Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, and must possess a CPA designation.
Who does this role report to?
The Director, Assistant Controller reports directly to the Controller and leads the core Accounting GL team.
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