About Us: 

Hey! We're The HOTH. 

Our name stands for Hittem' Over the Head – in other words, to bludgeon with awesomeness.

It can be used as a noun (as in our product, or brand), or as a verb (to HOTH someone or HOTH something). And it's how our clients refer to one of the world's top Digital Marketing companies.

Our parent company, Next Net, is a dynamic and rapidly growing company with an exciting mix of marketing businesses in our portfolio, including The HOTH and a few core marketing-centric businesses. 

Our mission as a business is to push boundaries, innovate, and have fun while doing it. As we continue to expand and evolve, we're on the hunt for a Controller to join our growing finance team.

About The Position:

As the Controller at Next Net (our parent company), you'll own and lead the company's accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and strong internal controls. Reporting to the CFO, you'll be responsible for the integrity of the financials and the effectiveness of day-to-day accounting processes.

This role involves managing and mentoring the accounting team, ensuring timely and accurate reporting, and maintaining financial control to safeguard assets. You'll also collaborate cross-functionally to improve reporting processes, develop forecasts, and align accounting practices with company goals.

A Typical 'Day in the Life' as a Controller Might Look Like:

• 50% Managing the accounting department, overseeing daily operations, and ensuring all accounts are accurately reported and deadlines are met.
• 20% Ensuring compliance and preparing comprehensive financial reports for internal and external stakeholders, including audit coordination.
• 10% Collaborating with senior leaders and the CFO to analyze historical performance, develop financial forecasts, and manage cash flow.
• 10% Maintaining and optimizing ERP systems and other financial tools, ensuring operational efficiency across all financial processes.
• 10% Streamlining accounting processes, improving reporting accuracy, and identifying opportunities for process enhancements.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the daily accounting operations including AR, AP, general ledger, and financial reporting.
• Manage and improve the month-end close process to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Ensure compliance with all accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Lead the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements.
• Partner with the CFO on cash flow management, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Maintain and enhance the ERP system and other financial tools for efficiency.
• Support the annual audit process and coordinate with external auditors.
• Develop and maintain internal controls and accounting policies to safeguard company assets.
• Prepare clear, accurate financial reports and variance analyses to support leadership decision-making.

This is a full-time, on-site role located in Downtown St. Petersburg, FL. We offer a hybrid perk with optional remote work days on Tuesdays and Thursdays with mandatory office days on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday! 

About You (Qualifications):

• Bachelor's in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA preferred).
• 5–8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience as an Assistant Controller, Senior Accounting Manager, or similar role, with readiness to step into a Controller position.
• Demonstrated indpendent ownership of month-end close and financial reporting
• Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting best practices.
• Experience with NetSuite and other accounting software.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (yes, we'll probably ask about your favorite formula!).
• Excellent attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to lead a team and work cross-functionally.
• Experience in private equity-backed or multi-business environments is a plus. 
• Strong communication skills -you're able to break down complex financial data into digestible insights.
• Experience managing both on and offshore teams

Working for The HOTH:

We're one of the best types of companies to work for – We're already successful and growing, but not so big that you can't be heard. 

We began as a small, bootstrapped startup from Chicago, and we have now grown to be one of the largest Search Engine Marketing providers in the world.

Thanks to our maniacal commitment to Hitting our customers Over The Head (aka. HOTHing) with awesome products and service, we've grown to well over 10,000+ high-value users all over the world.

Our mission is to help as many people in the world with Search Engine Marketing as possible, and have a blast while doing it.

We currently have a core team distributed throughout the US with a central office in St. Pete Florida, as well as a large international team.

Here are some reasons you want to work with us:

• We've been voted one of Tampa Bay's Best Places to Work four times by the Tampa Bay Business Journal!
• We are a driven, successful, fun company that is experiencing insane growth.
• We have awesome products, a great reputation, and systems for everything.
• Our branding is nuts. Our mascot is The HOTH monster and we have a 6' tall HOTH costume.
• We're awesome. 100% results-driven. No bullshitters.
• You will work with a small team to make sure our customers are getting world-class support.
• We have a cool office environment in downtown St. Pete - voted one of Tampa Bay's Coolest Office Spaces by the Tampa Bay Business Journal! 
• Our benefits and perks package is great. We're talking:
  • Hybrid/remote work opportunities on Tuesday and Thursday
  • 401ks with 3% match
  • Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance 
  • Paid Vacation, Sick Days, Bereavement Days, Paid Parental Leave, and Holidays
  • $50/month Wellness Stipend
  • Charity Donation Opportunities
  • Team Celebrations and Offsite Team Building Activities 
  • Free Downtown Parking
  • Free Breakfast Mondays & Free Lunch Fridays
  • Casual dress
  • Dog-Friendly Office
  • & more you can read on our Careers Page!

Application:

Ready to take on a key financial role with a company that's growing fast and making waves in the digital marketing space? We'd love to hear from you. Please fill out the application form and attach your resume. In the intro section, tell us a bit about yourself, why you're interested in this role, and include the word “banana” somewhere -creativity is always a plus!

The HOTH is an equal opportunity employer. We do not and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, political affiliation, or military status in any of our activities or operations.