Controller

Jobtailor

Burlington (MA)

On-site

USD 220,000 - 320,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a senior financial leader to own the close process, consolidate US GAAP statements, and deliver reporting to the CFO, PE sponsor, and board. You will establish technical accounting standards and oversee capitalized software costs, stock‑based compensation, leases, and business combinations.

In a PE‑backed SaaS environment, design scalable controls, manage external audits, and drive ERP and revenue‑recognition system integrations.

Qualifications

10–15+ years progressive accounting/finance experience.
Prior VP Controller, Controller, or Assistant Controller experience at a SaaS or subscription‑based company.
Prior PE‑owned or PE‑backed portfolio company experience strongly preferred.
CPA required; Big 4 or national firm background preferred.
Deep, hands‑on ASC 606 expertise for SaaS/subscription models.
Experience leading external audits and building SOX‑ready controls.
Strong systems background with NetSuite, Sage Intacct, or similar ERP.
Experience with rev rec tools like Zuora/Chargebee/Maxio a plus.
Track record of scaling accounting processes and teams during rapid growth.
Excellent communication skills; able to present to CFO, board, and sponsor.

Responsibilities

Own monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes and reduce close timeline.
Prepare and review consolidated financial statements under US GAAP.
Deliver reporting packages for CFO, PE sponsor, and board of directors.
Serve as technical accounting authority for ASC 606 SaaS revenue recognition.
Own accounting for capitalized software development costs, stock‑based compensation, leases, and business combinations.
Draft technical accounting memos and maintain policy manuals.
Design, implement, and maintain scalable internal controls environment.
Manage the external audit, including audit firm, PBC lists, and timeline.
Ensure compliance with multi‑state SaaS taxes and indirect taxes.
Drive ERP and accounting systems strategy; manage revenue‑recognition subledger integrations.
Build scalable processes and controls to support growth and PE reporting.
Mentor and scale the accounting team; partner with the CFO on capital structure and sponsor communications.

Skills

ASC 606 Revenue Recognition

Financial Close Management

External Audit Leadership

SOX Compliance

Public Accounting background

Communication Skills

Mentoring

Due Diligence Support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

NetSuite

Sage Intacct

Zuora

Chargebee

Maxio

Job description

Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process and reduce the close timeline to 5–7 business days
Prepare and review consolidated financial statements under US GAAP
Deliver reporting packages for the CFO, PE sponsor, and board of directors
Serve as technical accounting authority, especially for ASC 606 SaaS revenue recognition
Own accounting for capitalized software development costs, stock‑based compensation, leases, and business combinations
Draft technical accounting memos and maintain the accounting policy manual
Design, implement, and maintain a scalable internal controls environment
Manage the annual external audit, including the audit firm, PBC lists, and timeline
Ensure compliance with multi‑state sales tax, franchise tax, and other SaaS‑related indirect taxes
Drive ERP and accounting systems strategy and manage billing, CRM, and revenue‑recognition subledger integrations
Build and document scalable processes and controls supporting company growth and PE reporting
Manage banking relationships, debt covenant compliance, reporting, and cash management
Support due diligence for financing events, add‑on acquisitions, or a future sale
Build, mentor, and scale the accounting team
Partner with the CFO on capital structure, reporting cadence, and sponsor communications

Requirements

10–15+ years progressive accounting/finance experience
Prior VP Controller, Controller, or Assistant Controller experience at a SaaS or subscription‑based company
Prior experience in a PE‑owned or PE‑backed portfolio company strongly preferred
CPA required
Public accounting background (Big 4 or national firm) strongly preferred
Deep, hands‑on expertise in ASC 606 revenue recognition for SaaS/subscription models
Experience leading external audits and building SOX‑ready or audit‑ready control environments
Strong systems background with NetSuite, Sage Intacct, or similar mid‑market ERP
Experience with rev rec tools such as Zuora, Chargebee, or Maxio a plus
Track record of scaling accounting processes and teams through rapid growth
Excellent communication skills; comfortable presenting to the CFO, board, and PE sponsor
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
Ability to perform repetitive computer work using wrists, hands, and fingers
Ability to sit for extended periods
Background review required as part of hiring decisions

Core Competencies

Demonstrates extensive expertise in ASC 606 revenue recognition for SaaS models, along with a strong background in managing financial close processes, external audits, and compliance with multi‑state tax regulations. Proven ability to build and mentor accounting teams while implementing scalable internal controls and processes to support company growth.

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