**C** **o** **n** **t** **r** **o** **l** **l** **e** **r** **,** **O** **p** **e** **r** **a** **t** **i** **o** **n** **s** **a** **n** **d** **G** **o** **v** **e** **r** **n** **a** **n** **c** **e** Finance Mountain View, CA (HQ) **About the company:** X is Alphabet’s moonshot factory where uncomfortably ambitious, potentially world-changing new ideas are developed and taken out into the world. X projects have the potential to transform the lives of billions of people and make the world a radically better place. For X to be successful, we have to repeatedly turn breakthrough technology ideas into products that solve large problems in the world, and create meaningful businesses for Alphabet. **About the Team:** In addition to projects that have been publicly announced ( x.company ), we have an exciting, confidential project pipeline that requires strong controllership support across operations, governance, analytics and investments. You will be helping to develop these initiatives into potential real world projects from day one. **About the role:** The X Controller role is an exciting position, demanding excellent technical & operational accounting, analytical, business partnering, thought leadership skills and a proven ability to work in cross-functional teams. You will oversee all central accounting functions and financial operations for X. You are enthusiastic and a self-starter, wanting to design new experiments and enhance existing accounting and controllership processes that support X’s portfolio. **What you should have:** + 4+ years experience in an Accounting/Controllership role (experience at some combination of accounting firm, public company, or start-up) + Technical and operational accounting management, analytical and quantitative skills + Proven track record leading financial close processes, governance and thought leadership + Demonstrated experience in building accounting & compliance processes + Experience with purchasing and invoicing + CPA or CA and strong working knowledge of US GAAP **It would be great if you also had these:** + Experience working with SAP + Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience + Strong attention to detail and organizational skills + Excellent communication and leadership skills + Comfortable partnering across XFN teams in a fast-paced, quickly evolving work environment + Database experience including proficiency in SQL + Experience with domestic and international accounting + Strong attention to detail, project management, and organizational skills + Proven ability to influence across the company and to interact at all levels **How you will make an impact:** + Lead a variety of X factory wide accounting and finance operations initiatives + Collaborate across Alphabet Accounting, Tax, Legal, Corp Dev, M&A Finance, Treasury teams + Drive accounting, controls and reporting efficiency improvements/automation opportunities + Lead strategic finance projects and reporting for X’s leadership team: understand the financial implications of deals/decisions The US base salary range for this full-time position is $118,000 - $155,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. **An Equal Opportunity Workplace** At X, we don't just accept difference - we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products and our community. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact us at x-accommodation-request@x.team .