About this Controller role at Simbe Robotics
About Simbe
Simbe Robotics is a leading retail robotics company providing in-store intelligence solutions that help retailers optimize operations, improve shelf execution, and deliver valuable data insights. Our autonomous robots and multi-modal data collection systems are transforming how retailers manage inventory and make data-driven decisions.
The Role
Simbe is hiring its first Controller to build out the accounting function as the company scales. This is a hands-on role from day one — you'll get up to speed quickly on the business and how accounting operates today, including our existing outside accounting relationships, and start finding quick wins and areas to help right away. From there, you'll build the systems, processes, and controls that carry Simbe through its next phase of growth — enterprise scale-up, recurring annual audits, and early international expansion.
This is a builder's role: you'll design and stand up processes rather than inherit a mature function. You will work closely with the finance team to shape how Simbe's accounting operations scale from here, rolling up your sleeves early and taking on increasing ownership as the function matures.
Responsibilities
Oversee the Close — Take oversight of the monthly close, starting hands-on with today's process and evolving it toward a 5–7 day close as ownership and systems mature.
Oversee Reconciliations & Technical Accounting — Provide oversight of reconciliations and technical accounting, and serve as the primary point of contact for the external audit — PBC list, workpapers, and the auditor relationship.
Build proper controls — for a company of Simbe's size and maturity.
Partner with FP&A — Work with the Finance Director and FP&A tooling (Planful) to support the forecasting build and keep it moving.
Oversee AR/Collections — Provide oversight of AR/collections performance, partnering with the finance data analyst to keep invoicing, cash application, and the collections cycle pacing with enterprise rollout volume.
Manage Outside Tax & Audit Relationships — Own the ongoing relationship with tax and audit service providers, including managing any transitions as the company scales.
Support Lender Reporting — Own reporting and covenant compliance on the company's existing debt facility.
Required Qualifications
10+ years of progressive accounting experience, advancing through accounting leadership (Accounting Manager → Senior Manager → Director → Controller/Assistant Controller).
Prior experience operating as a Controller or Assistant Controller, ideally including having built or run the function at a smaller or earlier-stage company at some point in that track.
Prior experience in hardware, SaaS/subscription and/or hardware-as-a-service
Time at a company with a mature, at-scale accounting function — you know what "great" looks like from having seen it, not just built from first principles.
Comfort building process from scratch — this is a chance to build the function from the ground up, not inherit and maintain an existing one.
Audit experience, ideally including audits at an early-stage or high-growth company.
Systems fluency: QuickBooks Online (or comparable GL), an FP&A platform (Planful or similar), Bill.com, Avalara, and payroll/PEO systems.
Demonstrated use of AI tooling in close, reconciliation, and/or reporting workflows — not just awareness, but hands-on application.
Strong, direct communicator, comfortable presenting to the leadership team and, over time, the Board.
Venture-backed or other high-growth company experience
Exposure to multi-entity or international accounting
Preferred Qualifications
CPA
Big 4 or public accounting background
At Simbe, you will be at the forefront of retail innovation, working with cutting-edge AI and robotics technologies to transform retail operations. Our culture is dynamic, inclusive, and driven by a passion for improving the way retailers operate and serve their customers. Join us to be a part of a team that is not only reshaping the future of retail but also offering immense value to our clients worldwide.
Simbe Values: R.E.T.A.I.L.
Result Driven - We are customer-centric and results-driven. We strive to create immense value for our team, partners, customers, and investors.
Empathetic - We are sensitive and mindful. We support each other in challenging times, both professionally and personally.
Transparent - We highly value open communication internally, and with our partners and customers. We are receptive to feedback.
Agile - We are agile and always eager to learn. We quickly adapt to changes and customer needs.
Innovative - We are bold and innovative, with an intense focus on product design and user experience.
Leaders - We strive for excellence. We are accountable, the best at what we do, and leaders in our field.
