Are you interested in bringing your financial skills to the world of video games? Would you like to help an established but rapidly growing company reach its next level of success in a thriving industry? If yes, Demiurge Studios would love to hear from you!
Demiurge Studios is a privately-held video game developer based in Cambridge, MA. Creating games is our passion and we bring years of expertise to our projects. The teams at Demiurge build fun, accessible games like our hit, Marvel Puzzle Quest. We also provide co-development services to larger, best-in-industry game companies. In that capacity, Demiurge has contributed to titles such as Bioshock, Rock Band, and Mass Effect.
The Controller will be the principal keeper of the company’s books and records and ensure the company is complying with applicable accounting and statutory requirements. The position will liaison with all department heads providing information and support, so they can manage their operations. In addition, the position will support the CFO in providing information to the executive team, shareholders, and the Board of Directors.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support the CFO in leading financial and administrative processes, strategy, enhancing operating efficiencies, documenting standard operating procedures, implementing new systems and internal controls.
- Oversee the booking and recording of transactions and expenses in accordance with GAAP.
- Manage all accounting activities including the monthly close, accounts receivable, accounts payable and payroll.
- Develop close procedures which helps the company report its financial results in a timely manner.
- Serve as the business owner of the accounting system and ensure the automation of key processes.
- Oversee, mentor, manage, hire, and train staff (currently one, more in the future).
- Track, forecast and analyze the use of cash to ensure the company has sufficient funds to meet its obligations.
- Compare actual performance against budget by establishing schedules, collecting, analyzing, and consolidating financial data and recommending actions.
- Comply with federal, state, and local statutory and tax requirements; enforcing adherence to requirements; filing financial reports; advising management on needed actions.
- Prepare financial analyses for inclusion in updates for to the Leadership Team and Board.
- Track and report on key metrics (KPI’s) for the company
- Managing ad-hoc projects based as assigned by CFO
Education Requirement
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required, MBA desirable
Experience & Skills Required
- 7-10 years of general accounting and finance experience (with 5+ of supervisory of supervisory/management) primarily in a software and/or services environment
- CPA preferred
- Skills/specialties include revenue recognition (ASC 606), accounts payable, accounts receivable, budget management, compliance, financial analysis, accounting systems (QuickBooks), and payroll/benefits.
- Advanced skills with G-Suite/Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Detail oriented with a high level of accuracy when both preparing and reviewing work
- Excellent time management, organizational, and prioritization skills to successfully complete a wide variety of complex job duties and responsibilities in a timely manner.
- Ability to work independently as well as with cross functional groups
- Must be a self-starter with strong interpersonal, communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills.
Demiurge Studios is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to diversity, equity and inclusion. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, or Veteran status. Demiurge Studios also makes workplace accommodations for individuals with disabilities or special needs.
