Assistant Controller

Exciting opportunity for an assistant corporate controller with a fast-growing emerging software company. The company is resourced for continued rapid growth. It is a SaaS company transforming the businesses they serve with innovative, integrated solutions. Compensation is up to $160k which includes a 10% bonus. This position is hybrid with the potential of being fully remote.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and drive process optimization and automation initiatives across the accounting function, leveraging NetSuite and the broader finance technology stack to reduce manual work, improve accuracy, and accelerate close timelines.
• Develop and maintain ownership of the Company’s finance technology ecosystem
• Identify and implement opportunities to leverage AI and emerging technologies to improve accounting workflows, reporting, and data accuracy.
• Lead and support technical accounting initiatives, including the accurate application of ASC 606 across complex SaaS contracts, ensuring alignment between revenue recognition, billing systems, and operational data.
• Partner cross-functionally with RevOps and FP&A to ensure alignment between revenue reporting, billing, forecasting, and key SaaS metrics (ARR, MRR, churn).
• Drive continuous improvement of the close process, with a focus on reducing close timelines, increasing automation, and improving the quality and consistency of financial data.
• Own the preparation and development of internal financial reporting packages, including the Controller reporting pack and other management reporting.
• Ensure the integrity and accuracy of the Company’s financial statements in accordance with US GAAP.
• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, revenue recognition, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.
• Design, implement, and continuously enhance internal controls and accounting policies to support scalability, audit readiness, and future strategic transactions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 6–10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting and/or experience in a SaaS or technology-driven environment.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, including revenue recognition principles (ASC 606).
• Demonstrated experience supporting monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Experience supervising or mentoring accounting staff.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems
• Strong experience with balance sheet reconciliations, flux analysis, and financial statement preparation.
• Experience supporting external audits and preparing audit documentation.