Senior Controller (IPO Readiness)

We are seeking a hands-on Senior Controller/CAO to drive IPO readiness, technical accounting, and internal control transformation. This role will work closely with Accounting and Finance team, to build IPO readiness capability, technical accounting rigor, and scalable control frameworks.

Technical Accounting & Policy Support

• Lead complex technical accounting analysis (ASC 606, ASC 718, ASC 842, etc.)
• Prepare and maintain technical accounting memos
• Partner with Accounting team to ensure correct implementation of policies
• Coordinate with external auditors and advisors on accounting positions

IPO & SEC Readiness

• Drive IPO readiness assessments and gap analysis
• Build S-1 readiness support materials (financial disclosures, footnote structures, schedules)
• Ensure alignment with SEC reporting expectations
• Support CFO and Accounting team in audit committee and board preparation

Internal Controls (SOX Readiness)

• Design SOX control framework in partnership with Accounting
• Identify key control areas (revenue, payroll, equity, close process)
• Document and implement control activities
• Coordinate testing and remediation efforts with consultants/auditors

Internal TFT Leadership

• Lead and coordinate the internal IPO Transformation Task Force (TFT)
• Drive cross-functional execution across Accounting, FP&A, Legal, HR, and IT
• Track IPO readiness milestones, dependencies, and execution risks
• Ensure structured program management discipline for IPO preparation

HQ Alignment & Stakeholder Management

• Ensure alignment on accounting policies, reporting standards, and IPO readiness expectations
• Coordinate global finance requirements and ensure consistent application across entities
• Act as key liaison and support communication and alignment across regional and HQ stakeholders

Accounting Process Improvement

• Work alongside Accounting leadership to improve close processes
• Identify process gaps and control weaknesses
• Support standardization and documentation of accounting workflows

External Advisor Coordination

• Serve as primary technical liaison with external auditors and advisors
• Coordinate with public accounting firms on IPO readiness topics
• Translate external guidance into internal execution requirements

Systems & Infrastructure

• Provide accounting requirements for ERP and reporting systems and implementation of financial systems that support accounting, close controls, and SEC reporting processes. as needed.
• Partner with Accounting and IT teams (not own system administration)

Skills/Qualifications

• CPA required
• Bilingual in Korean preferred
• 10–15+ years of progressive accounting and IPO readiness experience
• Strong US GAAP technical accounting expertise
• Experience working with external auditors and Big 4 firms
• Exposure to IPO readiness, SOX implementation, or public company reporting
• Experience in late-stage private or IPO-bound companies preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong proficiency in ERP Oracle
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word
• Strong cross-functional coordination experience and leadership
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment