Controller

Overview

This role owns day-to-day accounting operations and the accuracy of financial results. Responsibilities include leading the monthly close, consolidated financial reporting, payables, banking, payroll, commissions, and SaaS metrics reporting across all entities.

Responsibilities

• Close and financial reporting
  • Lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end close on a defined calendar, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
  • Review each entity’s financial statements and deliver consolidated financials with variance commentary to the COO/CFO
• SaaS revenue accounting
  • Account for SaaS revenue under ASC 606, including deferred revenue, multi-year contracts, and billing-to-revenue reconciliation
• Chart of accounts and reporting support
  • Maintain the chart of accounts, intercompany accounting, and foreign currency accounting (US and Canada) across entities
• Payables and banking
  • Oversee the accounts payable function, review vendor setup, and approve weekly payment runs
  • Manage banking activity, including account transfers, cash positioning, and relationships with banking partners
  • Support cash forecasting and maintain strong controls over payments and bank access
• Payroll and commissions
  • Run payroll on a semi-monthly basis for US and Canadian employees, partnering with HR on changes, benefits, and tax filings
  • Calculate monthly commissions from approved compensation plans, reconcile them to CRM and billing data, and obtain approval from each department head
  • Account for commission expense under ASC 340-40, including capitalized contract costs and amortization
• SaaS metrics and analysis
  • Produce monthly SaaS metrics (ARR, MRR, net revenue retention, churn, and bookings) using billing, CRM, and accounting systems
  • Reconcile metrics back to the general ledger so finance and revenue teams work from one set of numbers
• Compliance, tax, and audit
  • Complete monthly and quarterly compliance reporting, including sales and use tax, 1099s, and lender/investor reporting as required
  • Prepare for and manage the annual financial statement audit; support tax provision and return work with outside advisors
• Internal controls
  • Design, document, and maintain internal controls over financial reporting
• Team leadership
  • Hire, train, and oversee Staff Accountants; set clear goals and complete performance reviews
  • Build a team culture focused on accuracy, ownership, and continuous improvement
• Systems and process improvement
  • Own the accounting system and related tools; lead improvements to shorten the close and reduce manual work
  • Use automation and AI tools where they improve accuracy and speed, with appropriate review and controls
• Additional duties
  • Perform other accounting and finance duties to support the COO/CFO as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 2+ years managing or supervising accountants
• Hands-on experience owning the month-end close and preparing consolidated financial statements under US GAAP
• Working knowledge of SaaS revenue recognition (ASC 606) and commission accounting
• Experience running payroll and calculating sales commissions
• Advanced Excel skills, including lookups, pivot tables, and building reconciliations
• Experience with QuickBooks or a similar accounting system, plus billing and CRM data
• Strong attention to detail and a high standard for accuracy
• Inquisitive, data-oriented approach to accounting transactions
• Clear communication skills, including the ability to work with Sales and Customer Support to understand and document transactions
• Leadership mindset and drive to improve processes

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA license
• Experience at a B2B SaaS or construction technology company
• Multi-entity and multi-currency experience, especially US and Canada
• Experience with Salesforce, a subscription billing platform, and a payroll provider
• Experience leading an annual audit and implementing internal controls
• Experience using automation or AI tools to streamline accounting work

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation range: around $170k–$215k USD (final offer determined based on qualifications, experience, skillset, and geographic location)
• Health insurance (medical, dental & vision)
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off

Location

• Eligible to work in the United States
• Remote (job includes “#LI-Remote”)