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Assistant Controller at Arena Intelligence | Bay Area

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Experience Level

Experience

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred; strong understanding of GAAP, ASC 606, and financial operations required. Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail are essential.

About the job

Arena Intelligence builds a platform for evaluating AI models in real-world scenarios. The company, founded by researchers from UC Berkeley's SkyLab, is known for transparent, human-centered assessments. Millions turn to Arena Intelligence each month for insights, while leading enterprises and AI labs use its evaluations to measure reliability and impact. Arena’s leaderboards are widely recognized as a standard for AI performance.

The team brings together researchers, engineers, and academics from institutions like UC Berkeley, Google, Stanford, DeepMind, and Discord. Arena values truth, agility, and craftsmanship, and welcomes people from all backgrounds. Team members are experts in their fields, contributing to a culture focused on excellence.

Role overview

The Assistant Controller will build Arena’s accounting function from the ground up. As the first accounting professional at the company, this person will design systems, controls, and infrastructure to support Arena’s growth. The role reports to the Head of Finance and is foundational in supporting a product trusted by elite AI labs and enterprises.

This position covers all aspects of accounting operations, including daily financial activities, timely month-end closes, and preparation for audits. The Assistant Controller will handle complex enterprise contracts, manage revenue recognition, and develop a cost accounting framework. Collaboration with an external accounting firm is part of the job.

Key responsibilities

  • Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closes, ensuring GAAP compliance in financial statements and analyses.
  • Manage daily financial operations, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, expense allocations, and balance sheet reconciliations for major enterprise clients.
  • Handle revenue recognition, applying ASC 606 to complex enterprise contracts.
  • Design and implement scalable financial systems and processes to support rapid growth.

Location

Bay Area

About Arena Intelligence

Arena Intelligence is at the forefront of AI evaluation, delivering trusted insights that shape industry standards. Our commitment to transparency and community engagement sets us apart in the technology landscape.

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