Senior Controller (IPO Readiness-Bilingual in Korean)

Job Description

Job description:

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 required

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

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Full-time