Assistant Controller

Cornelis Networks delivers the world’s highest performance scale-out networking solutions for AI and HPC datacenters. Our differentiated architecture seamlessly integrates hardware, software and system level technologies to maximize the efficiency of GPU, CPU and accelerator-based compute clusters at any scale. Our solutions drive breakthroughs in AI & HPC workloads, empowering our customers to push the boundaries of innovation. Backed by top-tier venture capital and strategic investors, we are committed to innovation, performance and scalability - solving the world’s most demanding computational challenges with our next-generation networking solutions.

We are a fast-growing, forward-thinking team of architects, engineers, and business professionals with a proven track record of building successful products and companies. As a global organization, our team spans multiple U.S. states and six countries, and we continue to expand with exceptional talent in onsite, hybrid, and fully remote roles.

The Assistant Controller is a highly skilled, motivated, and valuable member of the Finance Team. The Assistant Controller will be instrumental in supporting the Controller in managing financial operations (including monthly closings), accounting policy, tax strategy and filings, audits, and other responsibilities required to build a global, scalable accounting organization. The Assistant Controller will also be responsible for creating internal best-of-breed policies and processes and ensuring compliance with them.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Close and Reporting:

• Support and improve the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes.
• Conduct variance analysis and provide insights on financial performance.
• Assist in the preparation and review of financial statements in compliance with GAAP/IFRS.

Audit and Compliance:

• Implement and maintain effective internal controls.
• Coordinate and oversee internal and external audits.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, federal, and international regulatory requirements.

Tax Management:

• Oversee tax planning and compliance with all federal, state, local, and international regulations.
• Prepare and review tax returns and filings.
• Advise on tax strategies and implications for business operations and transactions.

Global Financial Operations:

• Manage financial operations across multiple international entities.
• Collaborate with global finance teams to ensure consistent financial practices.
• Handle foreign exchange and international financial reporting issues.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting and finance, with a strong emphasis on audit.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and IFRS.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field; master’s degree preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of tax regulations and compliance.
• Proven experience in a high-growth, global financial environment, including building scalable processes and systems and managing international entities.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in financial software and ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, Oracle, QuickBooks).
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Location:

This role fully supports remote work for employees residing within the United States, with the flexibility to travel to our Chesterbrook Corporate Center located in Wayne, PA occasionally for in-person collaboration.

We offer a competitive compensation package that includes equity, cash, and incentives, along with health and retirement benefits. Our dynamic, flexible work environment provides the opportunity to collaborate with some of the most influential names in the semiconductor industry.

At Cornelis Networks your base salary is only one component of your comprehensive total rewards package. Your base pay will be determined by factors such as your skills, qualifications, experience, and location relative to the hiring range for the position. Depending on your role, you may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, including an annual bonus or sales incentives.

In addition to your base pay, you’ll have access to a broad range of benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as disability and life insurance, a dependent care flexible spending account, accidental injury insurance, and pet insurance. We also offer generous paid holidays, 401(k) with company match, and Open Time Off (OTO) for regular full-time exempt employees. Other paid time off benefits include sick time, bonding leave, and pregnancy disability leave.

Cornelis Networks does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. Cornelis Networks is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.