At Rondo, we help the world’s most difficult-to-decarbonize industries rapidly lower their energy costs and carbon emissions.
Our low-cost, drop-in heat battery replaces fossil-fired boilers at industrial facilities, enabling companies to deeply decarbonize without making costly changes to their factories. Utilizing century-old refractory brick material and cutting-edge automation, Rondo Heat Batteries (RHBs) turn intermittent renewable electricity into continuous, high-temperature heat and power. With proven success in the field and modular models, we reduce cost and emissions across various industries, from food and textiles to steel and cement.
Why is this important? Industry accounts for 25% of carbon pollution, with 74% tied to heat. Our technology can cut 6 gigatons of global CO₂, equal to emissions from 1.5 billion cars. With a $3+ trillion market potential, we’re driving new demand for renewables, improving energy security, and accelerating rapid carbon reduction within the world’s most hard-to-abate sectors.
Join our team and together we can reduce world CO₂ emissions by 1% in 10 years, and by 15% in 15 years!
We are looking for an experienced and energetic Controller to join our dynamic team and drive the financial growth of our rapidly expanding company. In this critical role, you will help build and strengthen the financial backbone of the organization by developing robust accounting processes, ensuring compliance, and optimizing financial operations. As a key leader in the finance team, you will be responsible for overseeing all financial functions, including audits, while providing strategic insights to support decision-making and scaling efforts.
What You Will Do (key responsibilities for this role include but are not limited to):
- Lead the development and implementation of financial processes and internal controls to support the company’s rapid growth.
- Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and financial reporting.
- Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in compliance with GAAP/IFRS.
- Manage internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with other departments to support business goals and initiatives.
- Provide financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting to guide the company’s strategic decisions.
What You Will Bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA/CMA preferred).
- 5+ years of progressive experience in accounting or financial roles, with strong leadership capabilities.
- Proven experience in establishing financial processes in a high-growth environment.
- Strong auditing and compliance background.
Bonus Points!
- Experience in accounting system, including integration with other software programs, and implementation of new accounting systems
- Governmental accounting experience and compliance with DCAA rules and regulations
- International accounting experience and compliance with IFRS
What We Offer:
- Comprehensive Medical Benefits
- Dental & Vision Benefits
- Life Insurance and ADD
- Up to 12 paid holidays per year, in addition to a company week-long holiday in December
- Flexible time off policy
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Cell Phone Reimbursement
- Catered Lunches
- Rondo HQ is close to Oakland airport - one block from the Bay - and has stunning Bay views
- An opportunity to make a huge positive impact on the planet
This role is hybrid with 3 days per week required on-site at Alameda. The estimated annual salary range for this role is $175,000 to $225,000 and it would be eligible for Rondo's excellent benefits listed above plus additional compensation in the form of equity. Please note that some pay bands may have wide ranges of compensation to accommodate candidates' diverse sets of skill levels and experience.
Rondo Energy is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where contributions are valued and celebrated, and our employees thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do their best work. We seek applicants of all backgrounds and identities, across race, color, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or parental status, or disability. Applicants will not be discriminated against based on these or other protected categories or social identities.
Rondo is committed to the full inclusion of all applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview process, please let our recruiting team know.
We proactively work to design hiring processes that promote equity and inclusion while mitigating bias.
Note to Recruitment Agencies: Rondo does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Furthermore, Rondo Energy does not pay placement fees for candidates submitted by any agency other than its approved partners.
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We're hiring!! Rondo is delivering the world's lowest cost zero-carbon industrial heat. The Rondo Heat Battery powers industrial processes with renewable electricity, cutting energy costs and eliminating emissions. We deliver complete solutions to large-scale industrial energy needs worldwide - both as major capital projects and on a Heat as a Service basis. The Rondo Heat Battery provides temperatures up to 1,500°C, at less than half the cost and twice the efficiency of hydrogen.
