Controller - SaaS

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Salary: $150,000 - $180,000 per year

A bit about us: We are a rapidly growing SaaS fintech company providing technology-driven financial solutions to businesses and consumers. As we continue to scale, we are looking for a Controller to lead the accounting function, strengthen financial controls, and ensure accurate and timely reporting across the organization.

This is an opportunity to join a high-growth environment where the Controller will partner closely with the CFO and executive leadership while helping build scalable accounting processes and infrastructure.

Why join us? Competitive base salary and performance-based bonus

Equity participation

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Flexible PTO and paid holidays

Remote/hybrid flexibility

Opportunity to play a key role in a rapidly growing fintech organization

Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture with significant opportunity for professional growth

Job Details The Controller will oversee the company's accounting operations, financial close, reporting, and internal controls. This person will be both a strategic leader and hands-on operator, with the opportunity to improve processes, implement systems, and build a high-performing accounting organization.

The ideal candidate has experience in SaaS, fintech, financial services, or another technology-driven environment and understands the unique accounting considerations associated with recurring revenue, subscription billing, payments, and rapidly scaling businesses.

Responsibilities

Lead the day-to-day accounting function, including GL, AP, AR, payroll, cash management, and financial reporting

Own the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely reporting

Prepare and review financial statements and management reporting in accordance with GAAP

Oversee revenue recognition, including ASC 606, deferred revenue, and subscription-based revenue streams

Develop and maintain strong internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures

Partner with FP&A to improve forecasting, budgeting, variance analysis, and financial visibility

Oversee cash management, bank reconciliations, and working capital

Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, banking partners, and other financial service providers

Support tax compliance, including coordination of federal, state, and local requirements

Evaluate and improve accounting systems, processes, and automation as the company scales

Help ensure compliance with applicable financial services and regulatory requirements

Support financial and operational due diligence related to strategic initiatives, partnerships, fundraising, or M&A

Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team while establishing clear processes and accountability

Partner cross-functionally with Finance, Operations, Product, Legal, Compliance, and Technology teams

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience managing an accounting function

Prior experience in SaaS, fintech, financial services, payments, or a high-growth technology company

Strong understanding of GAAP, month-end close, financial reporting, and internal controls

Experience with ASC 606 / SaaS revenue recognition

Experience managing audits and working with external accounting partners

Strong Excel/Google Sheets skills and experience with modern ERP/accounting systems

Experience implementing or improving accounting systems and processes

Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Preferred Qualifications

CPA or active CPA license

Experience with NetSuite, Sage Intacct, or similar cloud-based ERP

Experience with subscription billing, payment processing, or fintech platforms

Experience supporting SOC 1/SOC 2, SOX, or other control frameworks

Experience working in a venture-backed or PE-backed organization

Experience scaling an accounting team through significant company growth

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