Controller & Finance Manager

About Blitzy

Blitzy is a Cambridge, MA based rapidly scaling AI startup. The Blitzy Platform is an autonomous software development platform designed for the enterprise.

We're backed by multiple tier 1 investors, have success as founders at the last start-up, and dozens of Generative AI patents to our names.

Blitzy enables development teams to transform six-month software projects into six-day turnarounds using the Blitzy Platform, an agentic platform that enables thousands of AI Agents to ‘think’ and cooperate for hours to bulk build software with precision. The platform precisely builds everything AI can deliver, typically 80% of any feature set or new product, while providing a human engineering guide listing the final 20% of tasks to get to production. With over 27 patents and counting, Blitzy is actively hiring in Cambridge, MA.

Compensation: Base compensation range $150k - $185k, plus meaningful equity value & benefits

Location: One Kendall Square, Cambridge MA 02139 (In-person role)

We're looking for a Controller & Finance Manager to join our finance team and build the financial infrastructure that powers Blitzy's scale from $10M to $100M ARR.

Reporting to the VP of Finance & Operations, you will be the first dedicated finance hire and you will manage day-to-day financial operations: accounting, month-end close, financial reporting, systems implementation, and compliance. You'll be the execution engine that ensures our financial operations run with precision as we scale 10x.

Build the financial foundation for 10x growth:

• We're scaling from $10M to $100M ARR — you'll build the systems and processes that enable that growth
• Complete ownership of accounting operations and systems
• Direct partnership with VP of Finance & Ops on strategic initiatives

Strong support structure:

• Report to experienced VP of Finance & Operations
• Leadership team that values finance as a strategic function

Career growth:

• Be the first finance hire — build the function and team as we scale
• Gain experience across full finance spectrum at high-growth AI company

• Manage month-end and quarter-end close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash management
• Handle revenue recognition in compliance with ASC 606 for SaaS contracts
• Maintain general ledger integrity and proper chart of accounts structure
• Prepare financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) with supporting analysis
• Coordinate with Pilot CFO services on accounting deliverables and transition planning

• Implement and manage accounting systems (current: QuickBooks; future: NetSuite or Sage Intacct)
• Integrate finance systems with Rippling (HRIS), HubSpot (CRM), and Ramp (expense management)
• Build workflows and internal controls for approvals, procurement, and spend management
• Document accounting policies and procedures for SOPs
• Ensure data accuracy and reconciliation across all financial systems

• Establish internal control framework in preparation for SOC 2 and financial audits
• Manage sales tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions
• Oversee payroll processing and compliance in partnership with Rippling
• Support annual financial audit and serve as contact for auditors
• Maintain corporate records, compliance filings, and insurance policies

• CPA required with active license in good standing
• 5-7 years of progressive finance experience, including:
• • 3+ years at Big 4 public accounting firm (Senior Associate to Manager level)
  • 2+ years in industry as Controller, Senior Accountant, or Finance Manager at a growth company
• Strong technical accounting background: ASC 606 revenue recognition, GAAP compliance, financial statement preparation
• Hands-on experience implementing accounting systems (QuickBooks, NetSuite, Sage Intacct, or similar)
• SaaS or subscription business experience understanding recurring revenue models

• Base Salary: $150,000 – $185,000, plus meaningful equity value
• Benefits: Full health/dental/vision, 401(k), unlimited PTO
• Work Environment: In person at Blitzy’s Cambridge office