Global Corporate Controller

Job Description

Job Description

Waabi, founded by AI pioneer and visionary Raquel Urtasun, is an AI company building the next generation of self-driving technology. With a world class team and an innovative approach that unleashes the power of AI to “drive” safely in the real world, Waabi is bringing the promise of self-driving closer to commercialization than ever before. Waabi is backed by best-in-class investors across the technology, logistics and the Canadian innovation ecosystem.

With offices in Toronto, San Francisco, Dallas, and Pittsburgh, Waabi is growing quickly and looking for diverse, innovative and collaborative candidates who want to impact the world in a positive way. To learn more visit : www.waabi.ai

We are looking for a controller who is excited to build and lead a world class financial organization that can keep pace with our rapid growth while allowing us to scale efficiently as we look to revolutionize the global transportation industry. Your mission is to safeguard the Company’s assets while ensuring absolute financial transparency and compliance. In your role, you will translate complex operations into clear financial narratives, ensuring the integrity of our data while creating scalable processes necessary to move us from R&D to commercial deployment in a capital efficient manner.

You will…

• Be responsible for Financial Leadership & Governance : Oversee all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems, ensuring compliance with appropriate GAAP standards and regulatory requirements
• Develop and assist with implementation of business best practices, processes and / or systems ERP, Payroll, AP, expenses etc.
• Provide technical accounting leadership : Serve as the internal expert on complex accounting issues, including revenue recognition (ASC 606), lease accounting (ASC 842), and equity-based compensation in addition to the below (not comprehensive) :

1) FBAR & Form 5472 / 5471 : Experience managing US reporting for foreign-owned corporations

2) Transfer Pricing : Ability to establish and document intercompany service agreements to ensure profits are  shared legally and tax-efficiently between the US and Canada

3) PFIC Management : experience in monitoring "Passive Income" vs. "Active Business" assets

4) Canadian Parent / US Subsidiary Accounting : Experience in Foreign Currency Translation (ASC 830 / FASB 52) and managing the "Cumulative Translation Adjustment" (CTA) on the balance sheet

5) 409A Valuations & Stock-Based Comp : Deep knowledge of ASC 718. Managing equity for US employees under a Canadian parent structure with specific knowledge of Section 422 (ISOs) vs. Canadian Section 7 rules

Qualifications :

Bonus / nice to have :

The US yearly salary range for this role is : $200,000 - $250,000 USD in addition to competitive perks & benefits. Waabi US Inc.’s yearly salary ranges are determined based on several factors in accordance with the Company’s compensation practices. Note : The Company provides additional compensation for employees in this role, including equity incentive awards and an annual performance bonus.

Perks / Benefits :

Waabi is a technology start-up building technologies to transform the way the world moves. Join our talented team to be a part of the future and to make an impact!

Waabi is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and accessible workplace for all our employees. We seek applicants of all backgrounds and identities, across race, color, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or parental status, caregiver status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. We make workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please let our recruiting team know.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.