Controller

Team Architects; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Hybrid work in Austin

Equity opportunity

Annual bonus

Job summary

TurboPass is seeking an experienced Controller to lead the accounting function, build scalable processes, and prepare the company for its first formal audit. You will own the full close, reporting, and budgeting, partnering with executives on strategic decisions and strengthening internal controls.

This hands-on leadership role requires CPA eligibility, 5–10 years of accounting experience, and prior Controller exposure in a growing SaaS/fintech environment. Hybrid work in Austin, TX is available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• Active CPA is required or eligible
• 5–10 years of progressive accounting experience
• 2+ years as a Controller or Assistant Controller in a small to mid-sized company
• Knowledge of GAAP, ASC 606, and cloud-based systems like QuickBooks, NetSuite or Sage Intacct

Responsibilities

• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process
• Prepare GAAP-compliant financial statements and executive reporting
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning
• Oversee AP, AR, payroll, and general accounting operations
• Build scalable accounting processes and internal controls
• Partner with leadership on strategic financial decisions
• Lead the company's first external financial audit

Skills

Active CPA

Controller experience

GAAP knowledge

ASC 606 knowledge

Financial reporting

Budgeting & forecasting

Cash flow planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

QuickBooks

NetSuite

Sage Intacct

Job description

TurboPass is a fast-growing fintech/SaaS company looking for an experienced Controller to lead our accounting function and help build the financial infrastructure that supports our next stage of growth.

Reporting directly to the CEO and COO, you'll own the full accounting cycle, oversee financial reporting, lead budgeting and forecasting, strengthen internal controls, and prepare the company for its first formal audit. This is a hands‑on leadership opportunity where you'll have a direct impact on the future of the business.

What You'll Do

• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process
• Prepare GAAP-compliant financial statements and executive reporting
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning
• Oversee AP, AR, payroll, and general accounting operations
• Build scalable accounting processes and internal controls
• Partner with executive leadership on strategic financial decisions
• Lead the company's first external financial audit

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Active (or eligible) CPA required
• 5–10 years of progressive accounting experience
• 2+ years as a Controller or Assistant Controller in a small to mid‑sized company
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, ASC 606, and cloud-based accounting systems (QuickBooks, NetSuite, Sage Intacct, or similar)
• Experience owning the full accounting function from close through financial reporting

Preferred:

• SaaS, fintech, or financial services experience
• Audit or public accounting background
• Experience supporting high‑growth companies

What We Offer

• $125,000–$150,000 base salary
• Annual performance bonus
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Hybrid work environment in Austin, TX
• Equity opportunity
• The chance to build and shape the finance function at a rapidly growing fintech company

If you're looking for a high-impact leadership role where you can own the accounting function and help scale an innovative technology company, we'd love to hear from you!