Burkland is a thriving Finance, Accounting, and People Operations practice. We work with more than 800 startup clients across the USA. Our team is talented, action-oriented, fun-loving, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
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Director of Income Tax
About Us
Burkland’s core purpose is to Accelerate Dreams. So often, turning dreams into reality helps change the world. We thrive at the forefront of this transformation. Startups desire our professionals — they are the best in the business. Startups seek our content — we are an industry thought leader. Startups trust our expertise, so founders can focus on their companies, products and value-add. As a part of our demonstrated value, our clients raised over $3B just last year.
At Burkland, we lead with our Core Purpose. We do this for both our clients and our employees. We believe that leaning on our Core Values (Fresh Perspectives, Exponential Value, Empathy, Trusted Partner) will lead to happy clients and happy employees.
We are a remote-first company with over 180 incredible team members, more than 800 clients, and a commitment to Accelerating Dreams.
The Role
We are looking for an excellent communicator and leader to work closely with our internal tax teams and clients and their teams. The ideal candidate will possess proven strategic leadership and can shift between competing priorities seamlessly. If you have a passion for helping cutting-edge startups succeed, we'd like to talk!
Your Typical, Atypical, Day
The Director of Income Tax is responsible for applying industry-specific knowledge to advise clients on the tax implications of their business objections, evaluating and selecting alternative actions to lessen tax burden and cost of compliance, and identifying different methods of complying with tax regulations while acting as the primary client contact for complex tax issues.
In this role, the Director of Income Tax is charged with applying knowledge to understand potential tax issues, and recognizing, communicating potential risks and potential changes in the tax policy, and making top-level decisions regarding filing, preparation, and resolution of questions from federal / state agencies.
In addition, you will be a critical member of the leadership team and thus will be involved in direct supervision as either a final or secondary reviewer.
Finally, you will actively participate in marketing, networking, and business development within an area of expertise and specialization while maintaining client relationships.
About You
Bachelor's degree required; major in Accounting, Tax, or Finance.
MAcc (Master's of Accounting) or MST (Master’s of Taxation) degree preferred.
At least 10 or more years of prior relevant tax experience and/or public accounting, private industry accounting, or consulting/professional services experience required.
Strong managerial, supervisory, and decision-making skills to direct staff daily to achieve department and client goals.
CPA certification required, or Attorney (admitted to practice in a U.S. jurisdiction).
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to compose written tax advice.
Capable of effectively developing and maintaining client relationship
Ability to delegate work properly, follow-up, and resolve problems firmly and equitably.
What We Offer
Flexible work schedule to promote a healthy work-life balance.
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance for you and your dependents.
Short & Long Term Disability Insurance to support you when you need it the most.
Flexible PTO - Take time off from work when you need it.
401k with a company match to ensure you are ready for retirement.
A generous home office expense reimbursement so you have the office you need to be productive.
Forget the commute! We're a remote-first workplace, so you can work from your home office or from the beach, if you’d like!
We offer a collaborative, communicative culture, driven by our Core Purpose + Values. We work with incredibly smart people who love to learn and share what they know. If this sounds like a team you'd like to be a part of, we'd love to hear from you.
Burkland Associates is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Burkland Associates is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit our careers page https://burklandassociates.com/careers/.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
The base pay range target for the role described in this job description is $175,000 - $210,000. Final offer amounts depend on multiple factors such as candidate experience and expertise, geographic location, total compensation, and market data. In addition full-time regular positions are eligible for, 401(k), health benefits, and other benefits; some of these benefits may be available for part-time.
Grant Accounting Controller
About Us
Burkland’s core purpose is to Accelerate Dreams. So often, turning dreams into reality helps change the world. We thrive at the forefront of this transformation. Startups desire our professionals — they are the best in the business. Startups seek our content — we are an industry thought leader. Startups trust our expertise, so founders can focus on their companies, products, and value-add. As a part of our demonstrated value, our clients raised over $3B just last year.
At Burkland, we lead with our Core Purpose. We do this for both our clients and our employees. We believe that leaning on our Core Values (Fresh Perspectives, Exponential Value, Empathy, Trusted Partner) will lead to happy clients and happy employees
We are a remote-first company with over 180 incredible team members, over 750 clients, and a commitment to Accelerating Dreams.
The Role
We are looking for a dynamic + strategic teammate at Burkland. If you have a background as a Controller, first hand experience working with federally funded clients, and a passion for helping venture-backed startups succeed, Burkland is a wonderful fit for you!
The Controller position is a hands-on role, responsible for implementing processes and systems for our clients - including mapping out needs, choosing a system, and setting up, and implementing the system.
Your Typical, Atypical, Day
This role has variety at its core. From facilitating client meetings to overseeing monthly and yearly financial closes, no day will be a typical day (hence the typical, atypical day).
You will be supporting our startup clients who need Controller help but may not need an internal team at their growth stage (usually we work with Seed through Series C clients). So, there is always a lot of work to be done!
You’ll be working with a variety of clients, so the ability to context shift, communicate, prioritize, and evaluate needs is the most important thing you’ll be doing in this role.
You’ll be managing accountants and processes for our clients and possibly internally to Burkland, too, so you’ll want to have a background in management.
Embracing the agile and scrappy nature of startups is a must.
About You
You are naturally curious and a problem-solver. You’re someone who likes to learn and is eager to take on new challenges, especially when it comes to cutting-edge technology and emerging industries.
You are a communicator at your core. Bonus points if you have customer or client service experience, this is a cornerstone of the role.
You lead with integrity in all that you say and do.
You take the initiative and jump at the opportunity to explore new ways of doing things.
You take an acutely accurate approach to your work and look forward to the parts of your job that require analytical thinking.
You are an expert collaborator! You ask for and give feedback regularly.
You’re pals with GAAP.
You have a Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance, or something similar, and over 5 years of progressive experience.
CPA or CMA is a bonus.
Core Competencies
Building and Overseeing Accounting Processes for Full Cycle Accounting
Financial Statement Analysis
Chart of Accounts Review and Recommendations
Cost of Goods Sold Guidance
Prior Client-Facing Experience
Preparation of Financial Statements, Reports and Presentations
Accounting for Intercompany Activity and Performing Financial Statement Consolidations
Accounting for Unrealized Gains and Losses
Familiarity with Equity Accounting and Reconciliations for Stock, and Convertible Notes
Advanced knowledge of ASC 606 - Revenue Recognition and ASC 842 - Lease Accounting
Experience Overseeing the Work Product of Others
Knowledge of the Financial Due Diligence Process
Accounting for and tracking Grants and Government Contracts activity. Bonus points if you have experience with DOD, DOE, USDA, or NSF.
Segregation of Direct and Indirect Costs, Allowable and Unallowable
DCAA Compliance for Pre and Post-Award
Revenue Recognition based on Grant Documents, Funder Restrictions, Milestones, and Deliverables
What We Offer
Flexible work schedule to promote a healthy work-life balance.
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance for you and your dependents.
Short & Long Term Disability Insurance to support you when you need it the most.
Flexible PTO - Take time off from work when you need it.
401k with a company match to ensure you are ready for retirement.
A generous home office expense reimbursement so you have the office you need to be productive.
Forget the commute! We're a remote-first workplace, so you can work from your home office or from the beach if you’d like!
We offer a collaborative, communicative culture, driven by our Core Purpose + Values. We work with incredibly smart people who love to learn and share what they know. If this sounds like a team you'd like to be a part of, we'd love to hear from you.
Burkland Associates is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Burkland Associates is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or another legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit our careers page https://burklandassociates.com/careers/.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
The base pay range target for the role described in this job description is $120,000 - $130,000. Final offer amounts depend on multiple factors such as candidate experience and expertise, geographic location, total compensation, and market data. In addition, full-time regular positions are eligible for, 401(k), health benefits, and other benefits; some of these benefits may be available for part-time.
Fund Accounting Controller
About Us
Burkland’s core purpose is to Accelerate Dreams. So often, turning dreams into reality helps change the world. We thrive at the forefront of this transformation. Startups desire our professionals — they are the best in the business. Startups seek our content — we are an industry thought leader. Startups trust our expertise, so founders can focus on their companies, products and value-add. As a part of our demonstrated value, our clients raised over $3B just last year.
At Burkland, we lead with our Core Purpose. We do this for both our clients and our employees. We believe that leaning on our Core Values (Fresh Perspectives, Exponential Value, Empathy, Trusted Partner) will lead to happy clients and happy employees.
We are a remote-first company with over 180 incredible team members, over 800 clients, and a commitment to Accelerating Dreams.
The Role
The Fund Accounting Controller is responsible for overseeing the financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance for investment funds. This role ensures accurate fund accounting, investor reporting, and regulatory adherence while optimizing financial processes. The ideal candidate has deep expertise in fund structures, GAAP reporting, and financial controls and is comfortable working with VCs, private equity firms, or other investment entities.
Your Typical, Atypical, Day
Fund Accounting & Financial Reporting
Oversee daily, monthly, and quarterly fund accounting processes, ensuring accurate NAV calculations and financial statements.
Prepare and review GAAP-compliant financial statements, investor capital accounts, and fund-level reporting.
Ensure accurate allocation of income, expenses, and carried interest across fund structures.
Manage intercompany transactions, capital calls, distributions, and waterfall calculations.
Collaborate with external auditors and tax advisors to support year-end audits and tax compliance.
Internal Controls & Compliance
Design and implement internal controls to safeguard fund assets and maintain financial accuracy.
Ensure compliance with SEC, IRS, and investor reporting requirements for fund entities.
Monitor regulatory changes affecting fund structures and accounting practices.
Maintain SOX-compliant internal processes for fund operations, if applicable.
Investor Relations & Fund Operations
Provide timely investor reporting, including capital calls, distributions, and quarterly investor statements.
Support fund managers with financial analysis, fee structures, and carried interest modeling.
Maintain LP communications and investor capital account records to ensure transparency.
Work closely with fund administrators and custodians to streamline reporting processes.
Strategic Process Improvement & Technology Optimization
Implement automation and process efficiencies for fund accounting workflows.
Evaluate and optimize fund accounting systems and reporting tools.
Develop standardized reporting packages for fund managers, investors, and auditors.
Lead process improvements for faster financial close cycles and enhanced data accuracy.
About You
You're passionate and knowledgeable about all things finance. It's the cornerstone of the role, so you have to know it and love it!
You are a communicator! Excellent written and verbal communication is crucial in this role since you'll be interfacing with our clients (i.e. you should feel comfortable communicating with members of the executive team).
You thrive in fast-paced, changing environments.
You're a self-starter, don't need someone looking over your shoulder to get your work done and know how to manage your time effectively.
Software, software, software- you feel comfortable learning new software and cloud-based systems.
Core Competencies
Fund Accounting & Financial Reporting – Strong expertise in GAAP, NAV calculations, and fund-level reporting.
Regulatory & Compliance Knowledge – Experience with partnership structures, and investor compliance.
Internal Controls & Risk Management – Ability to implement strong financial controls and oversee fund audits.
Investor & Fund Manager Relations – Skilled in capital account reporting, distributions, and LP communications.
Process Optimization & Automation – Ability to improve fund accounting workflows and implement technology solutions.
What We Offer
Flexible work schedule to promote a healthy work-life balance.
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance for you and your dependents.
Short & Long Term Disability Insurance to support you when you need it the most.
Flexible PTO - Take time off from work when you need it.
401k with a company match to ensure you are ready for retirement.
A generous home office expense reimbursement so you have the office you need to be productive.
Forget the commute! We're a remote-first workplace, so you can work from your home office or from the beach if you’d like!
We offer a collaborative, communicative culture, driven by our Core Purpose + Values. We work with incredibly smart people who love to learn and share what they know. If this sounds like a team you'd like to be a part of, we'd love to hear from you.
Burkland Associates is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Burkland Associates is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or another legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, please visit our careers page https://burklandassociates.com/careers/.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
The base pay range target for the role described in this job description is $120,000 - $130,000. Final offer amounts depend on multiple factors such as candidate experience and expertise, geographic location, total compensation, and market data. In addition, full-time regular positions are eligible for, 401(k), health benefits, and other benefits; some of these benefits may be available for part-time.
Controller - Healthcare
About Us
Burkland’s core purpose is to Accelerate Dreams. So often, turning dreams into reality helps change the world. We thrive at the forefront of this transformation. Startups desire our professionals — they are the best in the business. Startups seek our content — we are an industry thought leader. Startups trust our expertise, so founders can focus on their companies, products, and value-add. As a part of our demonstrated value, our clients raised over $3B just last year.
At Burkland, we lead with our Core Purpose. We do this for both our clients and our employees. We believe that leaning on our Core Values (Fresh Perspectives, Exponential Value, Empathy, Trusted Partner) will lead to happy clients and happy employees.
We are a remote-first company with over 180 incredible team members, more than 800 clients, and a commitment to Accelerating Dreams.
The Role
We are looking for a dynamic + strategic teammate at Burkland. If you have a background as a Controller in BioTech, MedTech, Digital Health,and/or Healthcare IT, and a passion for helping venture-backed startups succeed, Burkland is a wonderful fit for you!
The Controller position is a hands-on role, responsible for ensuring timely and accurate reporting of clients’ key financial data as well as optimizing their accounting systems and processes.
Your Typical, Atypical, Day
This role has variety at its core. From facilitating client meetings to overseeing monthly and yearly financial closes, no day will be a typical day.
You will be supporting our startup clients who need Controller help but may not have a need for an internal team at their growth stage (usually we work with Seed through Series C clients).
You’ll be working with a variety of clients and the ability to context shift, communicate, prioritize, and evaluate needs is the most important thing you’ll be doing in this role.
You’ll have the opportunity to build robust processes and implement systems for our clients. So understanding + embracing the agile and scrappy nature of startups is pretty much a must.
About You
You are naturally curious and a problem-solver. You’re someone who likes to learn and is eager to take on new challenges, especially when it comes to cutting-edge technology and emerging industries.
You are a communicator at your core. Bonus points if you have customer or client service experience, this is a cornerstone of the role.
You lead with integrity in all that you say and do.
You thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
You take the initiative and jump at the opportunity to explore new ways of doing things.
You take an acutely accurate approach to your work and look forward to the parts of your job that require analytical thinking.
You enjoy working with others and are excited to operate as a team.
You know and love technology. You possess a strong working knowledge of a variety of systems + tools and quickly learn how to navigate through new ones.
You’re pals with GAAP.
You have a Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance, or something similar, and over 5 years of progressive experience, preferably in a startup environment.
Core Competencies
You should feel comfortable with Controller-level work and interacting with clients daily.
You should be able to work through client requests involving:
building and overseeing accounting processes for our clients (including monthly and yearly financial close, invoicing, A/R, A/P, general ledger, project accounting, and cash management).
expanding revenue streams.
Due Diligence
equity (Carta experience preferred).
Knowledge of R&D accounting and/or MSO/PC model is a plus (not required but a huge plus), as well as multi-entity consolidations.
Strong working knowledge of software is vital in this role. On a daily basis, you’ll be using the entire G-Suite, Quickbooks online, Bill.com, Ramp + Expensify. You’ll also be using Zoom and other video conferencing tools to facilitate client meetings.
What We Offer
Flexible work schedule to promote a healthy work-life balance.
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance for you and your dependents.
Short & Long Term Disability Insurance to support you when you need it the most.
Flexible PTO - Take time off from work when you need it.
401k with a company match to ensure you are ready for retirement.
A generous home office expense reimbursement so you have the office you need to be productive.
Forget the commute! We're a remote-first workplace, so you can work from your home office or from the beach if you’d like!
We offer a collaborative, communicative culture, driven by our Core Purpose + Values. We work with incredibly smart people who love to learn and share what they know. If this sounds like a team you'd like to be a part of, we'd love to hear from you.
Burkland Associates is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Burkland Associates is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or another legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, please visit our careers page https://burklandassociates.com/careers/.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
The base pay range target for the role described in this job description is $90,000 - $120,000. Final offer amounts depend on multiple factors such as candidate experience and expertise, geographic location, total compensation, and market data. In addition, full-time regular positions are eligible for, 401(k), health benefits, and other benefits; some of these benefits may be available for part-time employees.
Controller - Inventory
About Us
Burkland’s core purpose is to Accelerate Dreams. So often, turning dreams into reality helps change the world. We thrive at the forefront of this transformation. Startups desire our professionals — they are the best in the business. Startups seek our content — we are an industry thought leader. Startups trust our expertise, so founders can focus on their companies, products and value-add. As a part of our demonstrated value, our clients raised over $1B just last year.
At Burkland, we lead with our Core Purpose. We do this for both our clients and our employees. We believe that leaning on our Core Values (Fresh Perspectives, Exponential Value, Empathy, Trusted Partner) will lead to happy clients and happy employees.
We are a remote-first company with over 170 incredible team members, more than 700 clients, and a commitment to Accelerating Dreams.
The Role
We are looking for a dynamic + strategic teammate at Burkland. If you have a background as a Controller and a passion for helping venture-backed startups succeed, Burkland is a wonderful fit for you!
The Inventory Controller position is a hands-on role, responsible for implementing inventory systems for our clients - including mapping out needs, choosing a system, and setting up and implementing the system.
Your Typical, Atypical, Day
This role has variety at its core. From facilitating client meetings to overseeing monthly and yearly financial closes, no day will be a typical day (hence the typical, atypical day).
You will be supporting our startup clients who need Controller help but may not have a need for an internal team at their growth stage (usually we work with Seed through Series C clients). So, there is always a lot of work to be done!
You’ll be working with a variety of clients, so the ability to context shift, communicate, prioritize and evaluate needs is the most important thing you’ll be doing in this role.
You’ll be managing accountants and processes for our clients and possibly internally to Burkland, too, so you’ll want to have a background in management.
You’ll have the opportunity to build out robust processes and implement systems for our clients. So understanding + embracing the agile and scrappy nature of startups is pretty much a must.
About You
You are naturally curious, a problem-solver. You’re someone who likes to learn and is eager to take on new challenges, especially when it comes to cutting-edge technology and emerging industries.
You are a communicator at your core. Bonus points if you have customer or client service experience, this is a cornerstone of the role.
You lead with integrity in all that you say and do.
You thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. If you have startup experience, that's a huge plus!
You take the initiative and jump at the opportunity to explore new ways of doing things.
You take an acutely accurate approach to your work and look forward to the parts of your job that require analytical thinking.
You are an expert collaborator! You ask for and give feedback regularly.
You enjoy working with others and are excited to operate as a team.
You know and love technology. You possess a strong working knowledge of a variety of systems + tools and quickly learn how to navigate through new ones.
You’re pals with GAAP.
You have a Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance, or something similar, and over 5 years of progressive experience, preferably in a startup environment.
Core Competencies
You should feel comfortable with Controller-level work and interacting with clients daily.
You should be able to work through client requests involving:
inventory implementation and management.
inventory/purchasing software like Fishbowl and Katana and the ability to sync with Quickbooks/Netsuite.
building and overseeing accounting processes for our clients (including monthly and yearly financial close, invoicing, A/R, A/P, general ledger, project accounting and cash management).
expanding revenue streams.
Due Diligence
equity (Carta experience preferred).
Strong working knowledge of software is key in this role. On a daily basis, you’ll be using the entire G-Suite, Quickbooks online, Bill.com, Expensify + Concur. You’ll also be using Zoom and other video conferencing tools to facilitate client meetings.
What We Offer
Flexible work schedule to promote a healthy work-life balance.
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance for you and your dependents.
Short & Long Term Disability Insurance to support you when you need it the most.
Flexible PTO - Take time off from work when you need it.
401k with a company match to ensure you are ready for retirement.
A generous home office expense reimbursement so you have the office you need to be productive.
Forget the commute! We're a remote-first workplace, so you can work from your home office or from the beach if you’d like!
We offer a collaborative, communicative culture, driven by our Core Purpose + Values. We work with incredibly smart people who love to learn and share what they know. If this sounds like a team you'd like to be a part of, we'd love to hear from you.
Burkland Associates is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Burkland Associates is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit our careers page https://burklandassociates.com/careers/.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
The base pay range target for the role described in this job description is $90,000 - $120,000. Final offer amounts depend on multiple factors such as candidate experience and expertise, geographic location, total compensation, and market data. In addition full-time regular positions are eligible for, 401(k), health benefits, and other benefits; some of these benefits may be available for part-time.
