Controller (Hybrid)

Hi, Future Homie!

At Homebase, you’ll join a team that’s bold, fast-moving, and obsessed with helping small businesses thrive. We build with empathy, act with urgency, and take big swings that drive real-world impact. Here, every Homie shows up to raise the bar, support one another, and celebrate wins as a team.

We’re not just building an app—we’re building unstoppable teams. So what do you say, are you in?

 📍Your Impact Starts Here

We're looking for a hands-on Controller to be at the forefront of optimizing our accounting operations — the ideal candidate is comfortable identifying process improvements as they are closing the books. This position extends beyond traditional financial oversight; it involves leading tax and financial reporting compliance, ownership of payroll operations, the integrity of our revenue infrastructure, and the ongoing development of our accounting practices. We are looking for a finance professional who combines deep technical expertise with a demonstrated track record of leadership and the judgment to drive accuracy and adaptability in our financial strategies. The ideal candidate approaches the complexity of a growing organization with rigor, curiosity, and a genuine drive to build something better.

These are the key ways you’ll contribute and create impact in this role:

• Own and co-manage the month-end close process with the Accounting Managers, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting under US GAAP on NetSuite

• Manage cash flow, ensuring the business has visibility into its financial position

• Lead the year-end audit, including ownership of the audited financial statements and notes, and act as a primary liaison with external auditors

• Partner cross-functionally and provide accounting expertise to support billing and revenue infrastructure optimization, and drive the implementation of a new revenue tool (Leapfin) over the finish line

• Lead US and Canadian corporate tax compliance and filings, including SR&ED, transfer pricing, US sales tax, and HST filings

• Partner with the Payroll Manager to take ownership of payroll operations, ensuring Rippling is configured correctly, all compliance and tax obligations are met, and bi-weekly & bi-monthly payroll submissions are timely and accurate

• Own the accounting tech stack and lead the evaluation and implementation of AI-powered tools and workflows that improve efficiency and accuracy

• Manage and mentor a team of 2 Accounting Managers, 3 Senior Accountants and 1 Payroll Manager by providing coaching to support their development

• Ask questions, be curious, challenge old ways of thinking, and drive continuous improvement in how accounting supports the business

🚀 The Foundation for Success - These are the experiences and strengths that will set you up for success in this role:

• An active CPA designation is required, in addition to a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience with at least 4 years of experience leading and coaching high-performing teams

• Deep fluency in US GAAP, with a demonstrated ability to apply technical accounting standards to complex, real-world business scenarios

• Proven experience navigating a complex financial reporting environment, including complex product offerings in a multi-entity environment

• Proficiency in NetSuite, Google Sheets, Rippling, and AI-assisted tools is preferred

• A mix of public accounting and industry experience is preferred

🤝  The Homie Way - These principles guide everything we do—from how we work and make decisions to how we show up for each other.

• 💡 Be Customer Obsessed – Solve problems with empathy and creativity.

• ⚡ Move Fast, Learn Fast – Experiment, take action, and grow every day.

• 🎯 Own Your Impact – Think big, focus on what matters, and make decisions you stand behind.

• 🏆 Master Your Craft – Excellence fuels impact—show up, step up, and make your mark.

• 🏅 Win Together – Put goals over roles, lead with trust, and connect to our mission and each other.

What We Offer

• 💰 Ownership & Savings: Stock options + TFSA/RRSP with 4% company match

• 🏥 Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents

• ⏰ Time Flexibility: Flex time off + company holidays + designated focus periods

• 🤖 AI Access, For Real: We invest in builders and believe that curiosity shouldn't have a paywall. That means you'll have access to paid AI tools with minimal restrictions, so you can build, experiment, and level up your craft.

• 👶 Family Support: Maternity/Parental Leave EI top-up support offered (after 6 months of service)

• 🌟 Work Your Way: Work From Anywhere Month + meeting-free weeks yearly

• 🛡️ Protection Plans: Life insurance + short/long-term disability coverage

• 🍽️ Workspace Perks: Meals provided, team offsites, and Customer Days

• 💼 Our Hybrid Rhythm: We believe collaboration drives impact. That’s why Tuesday and Wednesday are our required in-office days—a time to move faster as a team, build deeper connections, make better decisions, and build together.

What to Expect During the Interview Process

• Meet the Assistant Controller, Rafena B

• Participate in an Onsite Team Interview; Athena B, Anmol O, and Liz G

• Take-home Technical Assessment

• Meet the CFO or Head of Finance, Phil M, and Dan Bi P

• Meet the People Team, Kate K or Kristina K

• Background Check + Offer Stage

• Welcome to the team, Homie 🎉

💜 Belonging at Homebase - We're committed to fostering a welcoming space where every Homie can be their full self. Experience comes in many forms—so if you're excited about this role, even if you don’t meet 100% of the qualifications, we encourage you to apply! 

Homebase will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

👋 Hey, We’re Homebase

Homebase is the everything app for hourly teams—built to simplify the day-to-day and superpower local businesses. With tools for scheduling, time clocks, payroll, communication, HR, and more, we help teams stay connected and in control. Today, over 150,000 small (but mighty) businesses rely on us to make work radically easier. Together, we’ve tracked over a billion hours for 2M+ workers—and we’re just getting started.

At Homebase, we celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all candidates and do not discriminate based on any legally protected status. If you need accommodations during the hiring process, please let us know—we’re committed to ensuring fair and equitable access for all.