About Figure
Figure (NASDAQ: FIGR) is transforming capital markets through blockchain. We’re proving that blockchain isn’t just theory - it’s powering real products used by hundreds of thousands of consumers and institutions.
By combining blockchain’s transparency and efficiency with AI-driven automation, we’ve reimagined how loans are originated, funded, and traded in secondary markets. From faster processing times to lower costs and reduced bias, our technology is helping borrowers, investors, and financial institutions achieve better outcomes.
Together with our 170+ partners, we’ve originated over $17 billion in home equity loans (HELOCs) on our blockchain-native platform, making Figure the largest non-bank provider of home equity financing in the U.S. Figure’s ecosystem also includes YLDS, an SEC-registered yield-bearing stablecoin that operates as a tokenized money market fund, and several other products and platforms that are reshaping consumer finance and capital markets.
We’re proud to be recognized as one of Forbes’ Most Innovative Fintech Startups in 2025 and Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies in Finance and Personal Finance.
About the Role
Figure is looking for a highly experienced and detail-oriented Controller with an eye for accuracy and a passion for cutting-edge technology in the financial services industry. This role will be responsible for leading our accounting operations, ensuring compliance with US GAAP, and contributing to the overall success of our Finance team. Ownership and pride in your work are key to being a part of a team that is changing the financial services industry. This is a great opportunity to join a recently public high-growth company in a pivotal stage alongside some of the brightest minds and experienced leaders in the Fintech industry.
What You'll Do
- Own and manage the accounting close process to adhere to public company timelines, delivering accurate and timeline financial reporting.
- Implement and continuously improve best-in-class practices and operational competencies
- Ensure completeness and accuracy of GAAP financial statements
- Drive the preparation and review of detailed fluctuation analyses, identifying trends, anomalies, and potential risks and opportunities
- Support the SEC filings process, in partnership with Technical Accounting & Reporting
- Lead the financial audit and quarterly review process
- Assist with the preparation and review of the monthly CFO reporting packages, investor reporting, and audit committee decks
- Ensure SOX-compliant processes and effective controls across the areas of responsibility
- Oversee routine activities such as accounts payable, payroll, and cash management
- Team Leadership and Development
- Lead, mentor, and develop a scalable, high-performing team accounting organization, providing guidance and support in their day-to-day responsibilities
- Foster a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and professional growth within the Accounting team
- Partner closely with other finance and operational functions, including Strategic Finance, Capital Markets, Financial Operations, Legal, and other teams to assess the financial impact of new transactions and determine appropriate accounting treatment
- Collaborate with Product and Engineering teams to develop and optimize our Finance and Accounting systems, reconciliation logic and processes, and reporting processes
- Work with the People Operations team to handle payroll and benefits administration
- Develop, implement and execute internal controls over financial reporting to satisfy integrated audit requirements - SOX 404a and SOX 404b
- Work with external tax compliance teams to ensure timely and accurate filing of tax returns
- Stay up-to-date with new and emerging accounting and reporting standards, assess their impact on the company, and implement necessary changes
- Ad hoc projects as we scale
What We Look For
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field, CPA certification preferred.
- 15+ years of relevant and progressive work experience in an accounting function, with at least 7 years in a managerial or leadership role. Prior controllership experience preferred.
- Mix of industry experience at a public company and public accounting is strongly preferred
- NetSuite knowledge and ERP implementation experience is preferred
- Experience in the financial services industry is preferred, specifically in blockchain technology and lending operations
- Structured approach to executing on goals and deliverables
- Post-IPO experience in the Controller role is a plus
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP and SOX requirements
- Strong project management skills and ability to manage external service providers
- Strong communication skills to leaders within company and the ability to explain complex accounting concepts in regular business terms
- A flexible approach and ability to prioritize tasks with ambiguity in a high-growth environment
Salary
- Compensation Range: $188,000 - $235,000/yr
- 25% annual bonus target, paid quarterly
- Company equity in the form of RSUs
- This is the compensation range for the United States, actual compensation may vary based on individual candidate experience, location, or evolving business needs
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance with 100% employer-paid premiums for employees and their dependents on select plans
- Company HSA, FSA, Dependent Care, 401k, and commuter benefits
- Employer-funded life and disability insurance coverage
- 11 Observed Holidays & PTO plan
- Up to 12 weeks paid family leave
- Continuing education reimbursement
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Figure will not sponsor work visas for this position. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
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