Controller at Inovi, Inc Controller at Inovi, Inc in Oakland, California Posted in 11 days ago.

Type:

full-time

Location:

Oakland, CA Hybrid (office is located in Oakland, CA)

Type:

Full-time, exempt Reports to: Head of OperationsDirect reports: 1

Administrative BookkeeperWork Authorization:

Due to client contractual obligations, all applicants must be a US Citizen or Permanent ResidentAbout Inovi Inc.

Inovi Inc. is a California-based technology services company delivering data center management, data center design & build, structured cabling, VOIP, and IT equipment sales to clients across the West Coast. As we grow across each of these lines of business, we're building the financial discipline and infrastructure needed to support that growth.

Position OverviewWe're seeking a Controller to build and own the financial foundation of Inovi as we grow across data center design, build, and management, along with our IT equipment sales and procurement business. Because our revenue comes from active, in-progress projects and equipment deals rather than steady recurring revenue, project margins, cost discipline, and cash flow visibility are critical to keeping the business healthy. You'll report to the Head of Operations, with regular direct contact with the CEO, and you'll shape how Inovi thinks about project profitability, cash timing, and long-term financial sustainability.

In this role, you'll personally establish and run Inovi's core financial operations, accounting, monthly close, AR/AP, and reporting, while building the forecasting infrastructure that gives leadership real visibility into company performance. You'll work closely with project managers, field technicians, and procurement to track project economics in real time, flagging cost overruns, margin slippage, or cash timing risk before they become a problem, and you'll guide pricing and margin discipline across both our services and equipment sales lines.

This is a high-impact, hands-on role, your work will directly shape Inovi's ability to grow responsibly across every line of business. You'll bring the financial rigor and clear-eyed forecasting the company needs to make sound decisions today, and help get Inovi ready for future financing as it scales.

Essential Job Function and Key ResponsibilitiesAccounting, Close & ReportingPersonally own and execute Inovi's monthly close process across all business lines, ensuring accurate, timely financial statementsManage day-to-day accounting operations, including AP/AR, payroll coordination, and general ledger accuracyMaintain project-level job costing so revenue and cost are tracked by project, not just at the company levelEnsure compliance with applicable tax, licensing, and regulatory requirements across the states Inovi operates inSelect, implement, and maintain the accounting and financial systems needed to run finance at Inovi's current scaleCross-Functional Financial PartnershipMeet regularly with project managers to review project budgets vs. actuals, change orders, and milestone billing schedulesCoordinate with field technicians to track labor hours and materials/equipment usage, and flag rework or warranty costs eating into marginPartner with procurement on vendor pricing, purchase commitments, deal registration, and lead times that affect cash timingWork with the sales team to incorporate pipeline and quote-level margin data into revenue forecastsProactively flag cost overruns, margin slippage, or cash flow risk to the Head of Operations and CEO before they become criticalForecasting, Capital Planning & FinancingBuild and maintain rolling financial forecasts across all of Inovi's business linesOwn capital planning for data center design and build projects, including equipment and infrastructure investment timingModel cash flow needs tied to project timelines, equipment lead times, and payment termsPrepare financial models, materials, and reporting to support future financing rounds as Inovi scalesCommunicate financial findings, forecasts, and recommendations clearly and regularly to the Head of Operations and, as needed, the CEOQualifications Required5+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience, including personally owning monthly close, AR/AP, and financial reporting not just supporting a larger team.

Strong working knowledge of GAAP accounting, project-based job costing, and financial systems/ERP selection and implementation.

Demonstrated ability to build and maintain financial forecasts in a business with active, project-driven revenue, as opposed to subscription or recurring revenue.

Comfortable working cross-functionally with operations, project management, procurement, and sales to gather accurate, real-time financial information.

Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to present financial findings and forecasts clearly to operational and executive leadership.

Experience with cash flow management and capital planning for capital-intensive work such as construction, infrastructure, or equipment procurement.

Direct experience within the technology, data center build/design, or infrastructure management industry.

Experience running or closely supporting at least one startup financing round (equity or debt).Must possess strong financial modeling skills, including the ability to build and interpret models for labor costs, project-level economics, and pro forma projections across the business.

PreferredBased in the Bay Area, or has direct professional experience at Bay Area technology or infrastructure companies.

CPA, CFA, or MBA.Experience building financial infrastructure and systems from the ground up at an early-stage or lean-headcount company.

Compensation and Benefits200,000+ Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, PTO, certification.

Inovi is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Inovi will use e-Verify to confirm work authorization. recblid zrzfqrdl7z7028oawoq51sqzadl9ft