Controller

Overview

A fast-growing technology organization is seeking a hands-on, highly operational Controller to own and scale the accounting function during a phase of hypergrowth. This role involves building and managing the accounting infrastructure from the ground up while supporting rapid business momentum.

Responsibilities

• Manage the monthly and quarterly close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, and flux analysis
• Develop and execute revenue recognition policies under ASC 606, covering consumption/usage contracts, minimum commitments, credit structures, and bundled offerings
• Oversee sales tax compliance, including nexus studies, implementation of tax software, historical processes, and ongoing accruals
• Maintain deferred revenue waterfall and Remaining Performance Obligation (RPO) reporting
• Manage audit relationships and lead annual audit execution (first audit expected in FY2026 or FY2027)
• Coordinate tax filings including federal and state income tax, R&D credits, and 1099s by managing external preparers
• Handle equity accounting including ASC 718 stock compensation expense, 409A coordination, and option grant journal entries
• Assess lease accounting under ASC 842 for cloud infrastructure commitments
• Ensure billing system integrity by reconciling NetSuite/QuickBooks with billing platforms and verifying revenue recognition aligns with invoiced and collected amounts
• Design and document internal controls to prepare for the first audit and eventual SOC 1/SOC 2 readiness

Bonus Responsibilities

• Support board and investor reporting by providing audited and GAAP financials
• Assist with fundraising data room preparation including financial statements, cap table schedules, revenue recognition memos, and audit workpapers
• Contribute to the financial systems roadmap, including NetSuite upgrades and billing system consolidation
• Participate in hiring additional accounting staff, such as a Senior Accountant (anticipated in 2027)

Requirements

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation required
• 5 to 9 years of experience, ideally as a Big 4 Controller or Senior Manager at a venture-backed SaaS company
• Deep expertise in ASC 606 revenue recognition, specifically with SaaS companies that have usage-based or consumption revenue models (subscription-only experience is insufficient)
• Experience managing a company’s first audit or annual audit process at a Series B/C stage company, comfortable as the primary contact for auditors
• Strong experience with NetSuite, including implementation or extensive operational use
• Startup mentality with the ability to work independently, build accounting processes from scratch, write policies, and perform reconciliations before delegating

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $230,000 to $275,000
• Competitive equity package
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible vacation policy

Location

Not specified