Corporate Controller

Summary Description: 

Syntiant Corp., a leader in the high-growth AI software and semiconductor solutions space, is looking for an experienced and talented International Corporate Controller to take on a critical role with expansive responsibilities to enhance the Finance function in a growing organization.

The International Corporate Controller to lead and scale our global accounting function during a critical phase of international expansion and IPO readiness. This role oversees all accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and GAAP compliance. The Controller will elevate financial rigor and transparency, leverage technology to drive efficiency, and partner closely with the CFO and executive team to support continued global growth.

Why Join Syntiant?

Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Irvine, CA, Syntiant develops ultra-efficient edge AI technology deployed in over 100 million devices worldwide. Backed by leading investors and recognized as a Best Places to Work in Orange County for six consecutive years, we combine cutting-edge innovation with a collaborative, high-integrity culture.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead all core accounting functions globally, including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, equity, worldwide consolidation, and month end close, delivering timely and accurate financials along with insightful variance analysis.
• Own internal controls over financial reporting (SOX readiness focus), monitor effectiveness, and continuously strengthen processes to support scaling operations.
• Champion US GAAP compliance, technical accounting research, policy development, and new standard adoptions; draft/review position memos and advise leadership on impacts.
• Harness AI and automation tools to streamline accounting/reporting workflows, reduce costs, boost efficiency, and enable the business to scale rapidly.
• Collaborate with FP&A on budgeting, forecasting, expense analytics, and management reporting to drive data-informed decisions.
• Lead external audits (domestic and international), coordinate with auditors, and ensure flawless execution.
• Build and mentor a high-performing global accounting team; foster a culture of excellence, integrity, continuous improvement, and professional growth.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the SVP Finance, CFO, and cross-functional leaders (HR, IT, Legal, business units) on financial risks, opportunities, and strategic initiatives.
• Stay ahead of emerging accounting/regulatory trends and provide proactive guidance to management.

Qualifications, Education, and Experience Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (MBA or advanced degree is a plus); CPA strongly preferred (Big 4 experience a plus).
• 15+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, with at least 5 years in a corporate controller or similar role at a global manufacturing/tech company (semiconductor, AI/hardware, or related preferred).
• Deep expertise in US GAAP, SEC reporting, and public company readiness (prior IPO or public experience highly valued).
• Proven track record managing global operations, especially in Asian markets.
• Hands-on experience with Oracle ERP (or equivalent) and EPM tools.
• Strong leadership: experience building/managing teams, influencing cross-functionally in matrix environments, and driving process improvements.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, project management, and communication skills; comfortable rolling up sleeves in a fast-paced, hands-on setting.
• Experience implementing/leverage AI-driven tools in finance/accounting is a plus.
• Background in high-growth tech/semiconductor companies approaching or completing IPO is a plus.
• Familiarity with international consolidations and multi-jurisdiction compliance is a plus.

• Medical: Several plan options including PPO and HSA-compatible plans from Anthem Blue Cross, most of which are 100% paid by Syntiant Corp. for you and your family. 
• Dental: Company-paid dental PPO coverage from MetLife, including coverage for Orthodontia. 
• Vision: Company-paid vision PPO coverage from MetLife / VSP. 
• Life Insurance / AD&D: Company-paid basic Life / AD&D coverage in the amount of 3x your salary (up to $1,000,000). Additional supplemental life insurance with low group rates is available for yourself and your family. 
• Disability Coverage: Company-paid Short Term and Long-Term Disability coverage provides up to 60% income replacement protection. 
• Spending and Savings Accounts: Flexible Spending Account (FSA) benefits for Health Care and Dependent Care. Health Savings Accounts (HSA) for those enrolled in a qualified Medical plan. 
• 401K Retirement Plan: Administered by Empower, the 401(k) plan allows you to plan for your future by investing a portion of each paycheck. 
• Other Benefits: A company-provided Employee Assistance Program (EAP), as well as access to additional voluntary benefits including Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Support, and Identity Fraud Protection.

About Syntiant:

Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Irvine, Calif., Syntiant Corp. is a leader in delivering hardware and software solutions for edge AI deployment. The company’s purpose-built silicon and hardware-agnostic models are being deployed globally to power edge AI speech, audio, sensor and vision applications across a wide range of consumer and industrial use cases, from earbuds to automobiles. Syntiant’s advanced chip solutions merge deep learning with semiconductor design to produce ultra-low-power, high performance, deep neural network processors. Syntiant also provides compute-efficient software solutions with proprietary model architectures that enable world-leading inference speed and minimized memory footprint across a broad range of processors. The company is backed by several of the world’s leading strategic and financial investors including Intel Capital, Microsoft’s M12, Applied Ventures, Bosch Ventures, the Amazon Alexa Fund, and Atlantic Bridge Capital. More information on the company can be found by visiting www.syntiant.com.

One element in our total compensation package is base pay. The starting base pay for this role is targeted to be between $200,000 - $250,000 . Individual compensation decisions are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to previous experience and skills acquired prior to joining Syntiant, cost of living in the assigned work location, assigned schedule, and salaries of similarly situated peers at the company. It is to be expected that candidates will come to us with different sets of skills and experiences and therefore will be paid at different points in the stated range. We recognize that the person(s) we select for hire may be less experienced or more experienced than the role as posted; if this is the case, any updates to available salary ranges will be communicated with candidates during the recruitment process.