Corporate Controller

Overview

• Fully remote role.
• This organization operates in the FinTech space, automating accounts payable for multi-location businesses using AI and machine learning to streamline invoice processing and vendor payments.

The Corporate Controller oversees accounting operations to ensure accurate, timely, and audit-ready financial reporting. This role is responsible for building the financial controls, processes, and systems needed to support the organization’s next growth phase. The Controller collaborates with financial planning, payments, and senior leadership to provide financial insights for strategic decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting operations, including:
  • General ledger
  • Accounts payable
  • Accounts receivable
  • Cash management
  • Payroll accounting
• Lead a disciplined month-end close and deliver timely financial statements with analysis.
• Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors and tax advisors to ensure timely completion of audits and ongoing compliance.
• Reconcile payment-partner data with internal records and ensure proper transaction revenue recognition.
• Develop and maintain internal controls, financial policies, and oversee entity compliance.
• Manage cash flow forecasting, banking relationships, and intercompany funding.
• Maintain audit and diligence readiness for potential exit activities.
• Identify and implement automation and AI tools to improve processes.
• Lead and develop the accounting team to support growth.
• Manage third-party vendor relationships related to the SaaS platform.

Requirements

• Over 10 years of progressive accounting experience, including Controller or Assistant Controller roles at standalone companies.
• Strong communication skills to interact effectively with senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Proactive ownership of financial data with strong judgment and attention to detail.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA strongly preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of U.S. GAAP, including ASC 606; experience in SaaS, payments, or FinTech is preferred.
• Proven audit management experience and familiarity with due diligence processes.
• Hands-on experience with accounts payable operations and AP automation platforms.
• Experience implementing and optimizing finance systems and openness to AI-driven automation.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA (strongly preferred).
• Experience in SaaS, payments, or FinTech.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $150,000 to $200,000 USD annually, plus annual bonus and equity (based on qualifications).

Benefits & perks include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families.
• Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan with company match.
• Remote work environment supporting flexible hours.
• Unlimited paid time off with encouragement to use it.
• Promotion from within philosophy.

Equal Opportunity

The organization is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin.

Note

Recruitment and employment decisions, including candidate assessment, interviews, hiring, compensation, and employment terms, are made exclusively by the hiring employer.