Controller

Who We Are:

Dusty Robotics is the leading solution to ensure design integrity in the field through automated layout and a streamlined BIM-to-field process. Dusty delivers a combination of hardware, software, and services that fit seamlessly into existing construction work processes by printing digital models directly on the jobsite floor with 1/16" accuracy based directly on Revit or AutoCAD models. Dusty has enabled contractors to print over 100 million square feet of layout across thousands of buildings and is trusted by leading general contractors such as DPR and Skanska as well as trade contractors in framing, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing.

Dusty Robotics is a Series B-stage construction robotics company with a successful product on the market, an 8-figure annual run rate, healthy margins, and line of sight to profitability. The 65+ person team mostly located in the Bay Area supports a fleet of robots that is deployed on construction sites across North America to increase quality and predictability of building projects. Dusty has raised over $69.5M from top-tier venture capital firms including Scale Venture Partners, Baseline Ventures, Canaan, NextGen Venture Partners, and Root Ventures. Our customers include some of the largest names in the construction industry, including general contractors DPR, JE Dunn, and Skanska.

Dusty's product automates the process of printing digital construction plans in full-size on the floor of the construction site, giving builders the actionable information they need to construct the building correctly the first time. Accurate and fast layout is a critical-path task in the construction workflow that enables builders to deliver buildings faster, with higher quality, and more predictable cost.

As we embark on an exciting phase of growth and development, we are seeking a dedicated and experienced Controller to join our team and help bring accounting functions in-house. This is a unique opportunity to be the first internal accounting hire, playing a crucial role in establishing and shaping our financial infrastructure. We are looking for someone who is passionate about accounting, financial compliance, reporting, strategic decision-making, and eager to contribute to the foundation of our organization's success. The Controller will play a crucial role in ensuring we close our books on time, establish and improve AR and AP processes, and ensure tax and regulatory compliance. You will work cross-functionally within Dusty Robotics, collaborate with third-party tax and accounting advisors, and be responsible for:

• Strategic Financial Leadership: Drive budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to align with the company's goals and support senior management with actionable insights.

• Team Management: Design, grow, and develop the accounting organization in a cost efficient manner as the organization scales.

• Process Excellence: Foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement in financial processes and systems.

• Compliance and Internal Controls: Ensure robust internal controls and adherence to regulatory requirements, safeguarding the company's assets and maintaining accurate financial reporting.

• Comprehensive Financial Reporting: Oversee the preparation of consolidated financial statements and provide detailed financial analysis and reports to the executive team and board of directors.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a key liaison with external auditors, investors, and company leaders, effectively communicating the company's financial performance and strategic direction. Become a respected neutral trusted advisor for accounting.

• Accounting

• Bring accounting in-house

• Close our books monthly and annually in compliance with US GAAP

• Oversee accounts payable (A/P), accounts receivable (A/R), inventory, and cash management

• Prepare technical memos and/or engaging specialists to prepare technical memos

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, with at least 5+ year at a large international public accounting firm

• Accounting degree and CPA preferred

• Experience with cost accounting, manufacturing and hardware business models

• Knowledge of ASC606 & 842, and lease accounting

• Demonstrated comfort, and interest, in a growth stage startup

• Highly analytical and innovative problem-solving skills, with a proven track record of process improvement

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, capable of maintaining accuracy in work products and multitasking in a fast-paced environment

• Experience managing third-party vendor relationships, completing acquisitions, and managing audits is beneficial

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Where You'll Work:

Dusty's offices are located in Mountain View, CA. You will be working from our office in this role to facilitate rapid coordination with executive leadership and business teams.

Why You Should Join:

In joining our team, you'll become an important part of a small and fast-growing company. We are daring to accomplish something big, do you want to be a critical part of Dusty's success? We are deeply committed to our mission, and we believe in removing roadblocks that distract us from reaching our goals.

To that end, we offer an unlimited vacation policy, a 401k with employer match, reasonable work hours, and flexible schedules. We know that our best work happens when we feel well-rested and capable of focusing all of our energy on making Dusty successful!

Strong, effective teams are composed of people with a diverse set of backgrounds and experiences who bring a variety of perspectives to their work. We actively encourage applications from a diverse pool, including those from historically under-represented groups such as women, people of color, people who identify LGBTQ, people with disabilities, and immigrants.

Our Code of Conduct:

Dusty Robotics exists to serve a wide variety of customers from all walks of life. We believe that our mission is best served in an environment that is friendly, safe, accepting, and free of intimidation or harassment. We do not tolerate abusive behavior.