Controller for US Companies

Title: Controller
Location: Fully Remote
Reports to: CFO

Summary

We’re seeking a hands‑on Controller to lead all accounting operations and own the integrity of financial reporting under US GAAP. The ideal candidate is a CPA with 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 2+ years in a Controller role, who can scale processes, strengthen controls, and partner cross‑functionally to drive operational discipline.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Close

• Own monthly, quarterly, and annual close; deliver accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with US GAAP.
• Prepare and review consolidations, eliminations, and multi‑entity reporting.
• Lead technical accounting for revenue (ASC 606), leases (ASC 842), equity (ASC 718), debt (ASC 470), and other relevant areas.
• Draft and maintain accounting policies, memos, and position papers.

• Controls, Compliance & Audit

  • Design, document, and improve internal controls over financial reporting; implement segregation of duties and approval workflows.
  • Serve as the primary liaison for external audits and reviews; manage PBC requests and resolve findings.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local requirements (partnering with tax advisors as needed).

  • Operational Accounting

    • Oversee GL, AP, AR, payroll, fixed assets, inventoryCOGS (as applicable), and expense management.
    • Manage cash positioning, treasury operations, creditcollections, and working capital optimization.
    • Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and key estimates.

    • Planning & Business Partnership

      • Collaborate with FP&A on budgetsforecasts; provide variance analyses and cost insights.
      • Support pricing, margin, and unit‑economics analyses; provide decision‑ready financial insights to leadership.
      • Prepare boardmanagement reporting packages and KPI dashboards.

      • Systems & Process Improvement

        • Own the ERP and accounting tech stack (e.g., NetSuite, Dynamics 365 BC, Sage Intacct, QuickBooks Enterprise); lead automations and integrations.
        • Champion continuous improvement to shorten close cycle and increase data quality.

        • Leadership

          • Build, mentor, and scale a high‑performing accounting team.
          • Foster collaboration with Operations, SalesRevOps, HR, and Legal.

          • Qualifications

            • CPA (active) required.
            • 8+ years progressive accounting experience, including 2+ years as a Controller (or equivalent scopeownership).
            • Expert knowledge of US GAAP and technical accounting.
            • Proven success leading monthly close, audits, and multi‑entity consolidations.
            • Track record implementing or upgrading ERPs and strengthening internal controls.
            • Advanced ExcelGoogle Sheets; familiarity with BIreporting tools (Power BI, Tableau, or similar).
            • Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management.

            • Nice to Have

              • Public accounting (Big 4 or national firm) experience.
              • Industry experience in SaaS, technology, manufacturing, e‑commerce, or services.
              • Multi‑currency and international entity experience; IFRS exposure.
              • Salesuse tax, payroll tax, and state nexus familiarity.