Controller

FMX is a leading provider of facilities and maintenance management solutions that help organizations accelerate operational excellence. Our CMMS software enables customers to streamline processes, increase asset productivity, and turn actionable insights into meaningful results.

The Controller will be critical in scaling the company’s financial operations. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this position will directly influence FMX’s understanding of its business and the best ways to grow the company. Beyond managing core financial reporting, controls, and compliance, the Controller will be instrumental in optimizing cash flow, refining financial processes, and providing data-driven insights that influence decision-making.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for timely, accurate, and process-driven monthly financial statement preparation based on US GAAP, including close procedures, quarterly and annual reviews and adjustments, balance sheet reconciliations, and variance analyses
• Oversee the technical and transactional areas of accounting based on US GAAP and other regulatory or compliance requirements
• Responsible for Sales and Use Tax compliance and supporting our annual corporate tax filings
• Drive the annual financial statement audit process
• Lead payroll and benefits administration
• Implementation and oversight of key internal controls to ensure they are executed consistently and evidence of control operation is maintained
• Establish, document, and maintain best practices for close processes, general ledger maintenance, and documentation for audit requirements
• Maintain and own our accounting technical stack, including QuickBooks Online, Maxio (SaaSOptics), Avalara, BREX, Billl.com and FinOptimal
• Provide and support analysis on financial results (trends, performance metrics, benchmarks) and work closely with the FP&A team for company reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and Board presentations
• Participate in M&A activity as needed, including due diligence and onboarding of new businesses
• Develop, manage, and mentor a high-performing team
• Special projects as assigned by the Chief Financial Officer

Requirements

What are we looking for in this role?:

• 7+ years of rigorous accounting and finance experience, including 4+ years of experience preparing financial statements, general ledger functions, and payroll processing
• Advanced knowledge of GAAP standards, general accounting practices/procedures, and end-to-end business processes
• Experience with corporate taxes and Sales and Use tax compliance
• Preferred experience with Salesforce, Quickbooks Online, and SaaSOptics/Maxio
• Understanding of the SaaS business model is highly preferred but not required
• Excellent proficiency with accounting and corporate finance including topics such as billing, revenue recognition, accruals, and cash flows
• Strong ethical standards and integrity
• High motivation and self-drive, with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to prioritize effectively.
• A highly self-motivated, detail-oriented individual with the ability to prioritize
• Strong interpersonal, communication, analytical, and planning skills to work with team members at all levels effectively
• A match with our core pillars: We value our work ethic, we are disciplined in our processes and responsibilities, we are coachable and seek out constructive criticism, we value results and are performance-driven, we treat each other and everyone we meet with respect and integrity.
  
  
  The hiring process for this role:
• Apply! Submit your resume and answers to the application questions below via the Workable portal
• Phone screen with our Recruiting Team: A 30-minute conversation to review your background and experiences, discuss the culture at FMX, and ensure that you understand the general expectations for the role. Also, a great time for you to ask questions about compensation, benefits, etc.
• Hiring manager conversation: A 60-minute conversation with the Chief Financial Officer. Be prepared to discuss your background as well as what you’re looking for in your next role and what direction you see your career path taking. Also, this is a great time for you to ask questions about the expectations for this role, team culture, etc.
• Peer Interview: A 60-minute interview with the Finance Team.
• Final Interview: a 60-minute interview with our Chief Financial Officer, VP of People Operations, Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. 
  

Benefits

FMX Benefits and Life at FMX:

• You’ll make a big impact: You’ll have significant influence over the direction of our product and the future of our company.
• Competitive benefits: 100% company-paid health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Work from home: At FMX we are remote first, but you’re welcome to use our office as you need. We have one required all-company event a year to ensure that you can put a face to that name and establish high-trust relationships with your teammates and co-workers. When you’re in the office, you can take advantage of our free snacks, beverages, and office kegerator.
• Home office stipend: We’ll give you everything necessary to do your job (company sponsored laptop, headset, etc.). We will also provide up to $500 to help with equipment, furniture and accessories. You will also get $60/month toward your home internet connection.
• Generous PTO and UTO (unplanned time off) policies: If you’re sick, why should that cut into your vacation time?
• Enjoy flexible working hours: Have a dentist appointment at 8:30 AM? Need to tack on an extra 15 minutes at lunch to squeeze in that workout? As long as you're getting your work done then our working hours are flexible.
• You can wear jeans and tees: Feel free to keep it casual, we do.  
• You’ll enjoy a collaborative culture and a close-knit team: We're a team of hard-working, high-fiving, friendly folks. We take collaboration, transparency, continuous improvement, and work/life balance seriously. 

Other considerations: The candidate for this position can be located anywhere in the US.

Company:

 FMX is founded and headquartered in Columbus, Ohio and develops a cloud-based, software-as-a-service facility maintenance and management product. FMX serves education, property management, manufacturing, and other markets and is one of the fastest-growing companies in its space. Check us out at: https://www.gofmx.com/

Note: All other company requirements are documented in the FMX Teammate Handbook. FMX is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.