Financial Controller

At Contoro Robotics, we're on a mission to solve labor challenges through advanced robotic solutions. Headquartered in Austin, TX, our fast-growing startup is transforming the supply chain industry with our flagship warehouse automation technology. Our team is made up of top-tier experts in robotics, AI, and logistics, working together to push the boundaries of automation.

We’re looking for talented and ambitious individuals to join us on this journey—helping shape the future of robotics while growing alongside a world-class team. If you're passionate about innovation, problem-solving, and making a real-world impact, we want to hear from you!

Location: Austin, TX (Onsite)
Department: Corporate Operations

We are looking for a highly detail-oriented and strategic Financial Controller to oversee the company’s accounting operations, financial reporting, and compliance.
This role will be instrumental in building the financial foundation of our fast-growing robotics startup — ensuring accurate financial reporting, implementing scalable systems, and driving operational excellence as we prepare for continued growth and future fundraising.

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Own and manage all monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.

• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow).

• Ensure compliance with GAAP and relevant tax/regulatory requirements.

• Coordinate and support annual tax filings, R&D tax credits, and potential external audits.

Accounting Operations

• Manage AR/AP, payroll journal entries, fixed assets, and accruals.

• Oversee general ledger integrity and maintain chart of accounts.

• Review, bookkeep, and reconcile transactions, prepaids, and deferred revenue.

• Supervise and coordinate with external accountants as needed.

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

• Partner with leadership to build and maintain budget vs. actual reporting.

• Provide financial analysis and insights for decision-making.

• Work closely with department heads with cost tracking, purchase orders, headcount planning, and project budgets.

• Help develop scalable financial processes to support growth.

Systems & Process Improvements

• Implement or optimize ERP / accounting system integrations (e.g., QuickBooks, Ramp, Rippling, ERP, etc.).

• Establish internal controls and standardized workflows for approvals, spending, and documentation.

• Support automation of recurring accounting tasks and financial dashboards.

Cash Management & Strategic Support

• Manage cash flow forecasting, vendor payments, and expense approvals.

• Support fundraising, venture debt due diligence, and investor reporting.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, deployment, and operations to align financial accuracy with project tracking and cost allocation.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred.

• 5+ years of accounting or finance experience.

• Strong understanding of GAAP, cost accounting, and inventory/capitalization.

• Advanced proficiency with QuickBooks Online, Excel/Sheets, and ideally ERP integrations.

• Excellent attention to detail, analytical ability, and communication skills.

• Experience in startup or high-growth technology/manufacturing environments strongly preferred.

• Experience managing hardware or robotics R&D accounting (e.g., BOM, WIP, prototype capitalization).

• Familiarity with stock option accounting (Carta) and venture-backed reporting.

• Prior experience building finance functions from the ground up.

• Korean bilingual is a plus.

• Be part of a high-impact startup transforming warehouse automation and robotics.

• Work closely with the CEO and leadership team on strategic financial planning.

• Build scalable financial infrastructure and leave your mark on a company entering its growth stage.

• Competitive salary, equity, and comprehensive benefits package.

• flexible work hours

• free office snacks