Controller

Rubris Inc.; Bethesda (MD); Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Rubris Inc. is seeking a hands-on Controller to shape financial operations in a growing legal-technology environment. This fully remote role requires strong leadership in financial reporting, compliance, and collaboration with teams across the organization. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in accounting and possess a CPA, ensuring strategic influence within the team.

Benefits

Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance

Monthly technology stipend

401(k) plan with immediate vesting

Training and educational opportunities

Qualifications

• 7-10 years in an accounting or finance role.
• 3 years' experience as a Controller in software or professional services.
• Expertise in GAAP and ASC 606.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly and ad hoc financial reports for senior leadership.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, including ASC 606 revenue recognition.
• Manage relationships with external auditors and third-party vendors.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

CPA

Tools

QuickBooks

ADP

Stripe

Bill.com

Excel

Job description

Controller (Remote)

Location Note – while this is a remote position, ideal candidates will be in the Washington DC/Baltimore metropolitan area for collaboration days with CFO and other members of the team.

Are you a strategic, hands-on accounting professional excited to make an impact in a high-growth legal-technology environment? Join Rubris as our Controller and continue to shape our financial operations, reporting, and data-driven decision making in alignment with our business strategy and objectives.

Who is Rubris?

Rubris provides unmatched, transformational legal technology and solutions for complex business and legal processes in the mass tort industry. Our data solutions streamline and automate processes to improve efficiency while delivering unprecedented insights and analytics.

We believe that creativity, generosity, and compassion are critical to the innovation process. We are lifelong learners, love building personal connections just as much as we love developing technology, and live by our Rubris core values:

• Shift your perspectives: Ideas are developed by understanding different viewpoints
• Be generous: We have better experiences and achieve more when kindness and generosity are abundant
• Love what you do: Wake up each morning excited to learn new skills, incubate ideas, and tackle fresh challenges
• Be true to your word: We take our commitments to clients and each other seriously
• Build strong relationships: Take the time to build strong relationships with colleagues and clients – our technology is built and used by humans

The Role

As our Controller, you will report directly to our CFO/COO and own the accounting, reporting, and compliance functions. You’ll bring operational discipline and strategic insight to help Rubris scale sustainably. This is a hands-on role. While not supervising any staff, you will be expected to develop partnerships across the business and influence how we operate.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing monthly and ad hoc financial reports for the CFO/COO, senior leadership, our Board of Directors, and stakeholders
• Ensuring compliance with GAAP, including ASC 606 revenue recognition
• Managing relationships with external auditors, accountants, and third-party vendors
• Partnering with senior leadership in People & Culture, Technology, Business Development, Legal and Compliance
• Reviewing contracts for revenue recognition compliance
• Implementing, enhancing, and maintaining accounting policies and procedures
• Managing budgets, forecasts and related analysis for review with CFO
• Performing , cash forecasting, billing, accounts payable, payroll, and month/year-end close processes
• Establishing internal controls and improving processes with automation tools

• Performing ad hoc financial analyses and providing insights to support strategic decision

What You Bring

• Experience: 7-10 yrs in an accounting or finance role, with at least 3 years’ experience as a Controller, ideally in a software or professional services environment. Big 4 experience a plus.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance; CPA required

• Expertise: Proficiency in GAAP and ASC 606, including applying these frameworks to complex transactions

• Tools: Skilled in QuickBooks, ADP, Stripe, and Bill.com; advanced Excel capabilities

• Accuracy and precision: Strong attention to detail with a focus on timely, accurate financials and insightful analysis

• Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative, professional approach

• Adaptability: Thrives in fast-paced environments with an interest in both execution and strategic input

What We Offer

• Fully remote work model, with in-person collaboration days in the Washington DC metropolitan area
• Fully paid employee medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums.
• Monthly technology stipend to support your remote work environment
• 401(k) plan with immediate vesting and employer contributions
  Training, educational opportunities, and professional development
• A collaborative, values-driven culture, meaningful work, and strong relationships

Our Commitment

Rubris believes in creating a culture of equality in our workplace. We embrace difference and diversity of identity, experience, and thought, and seek to attract, develop, and advance the most talented individuals—regardless of race, sexual orientation, religion, age, gender, disability status, or any other dimension of diversity. We believe diversity drives success and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and supported.

If you’re ready to grow your career with a company that’s as innovative as it is inclusive, we want to hear from you. Apply today to take this transformational next step in your journey.