Controller

Autoscribe; Fort Lauderdale (FL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid role in Fort Lauderdale office

Direct CEO visibility

Opportunity to scale financial ops

Growth-oriented culture

Job summary

Autoscribe Corporation in Fort Lauderdale seeks an experienced Controller to lead our accounting function, overseeing high-volume AP/AR, payroll, general ledger, and GAAP reporting while strengthening internal controls.

Reporting to the CEO, you will shape financial strategy, manage treasury and tax coordination, and deliver timely insights to drive growth in our fintech environment through a hands-on, leadership role with a culture of accountability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• CPA, CMA, or CCM strongly preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• 4+ years in a leadership or supervisory role in fintech/payments environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day accounting operations including AP, AR, GL, and payroll.
• Oversee high-volume payment flows, settlements, and cash management.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual GAAP financial statements.
• Strengthen internal controls and PCI-DSS/SOC 2 compliance.
• Collaborate with external tax partners for filings and planning.
• Provide strategic financial insights to leadership and CEO.
• Build and mentor the accounting team to scale operations.

Skills

Analytical rigor

Attention to detail

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA

CMA

CCM

Tools

Excel

Accounting systems

SQL

Job description

About Autoscribe

Autoscribe Corporation is a trusted leader in payment processing and consumer finance solutions, serving businesses nationwide since 1989. We specialize in high-volume consumer-to-business payment processing and fraud-identification services, helping organizations streamline transactions, reduce risk, and improve cash flow.

Our culture blends financial discipline with innovation—we’re a company that values precision, accountability, and forward-thinking problem solving. As we continue to scale, we’re looking for a Controller who is not only technically strong, but also excited to build, optimize, and lead within a dynamic fintech environment.

The Opportunity

Autoscribe is seeking an experienced, analytical, and hands-on Controller to lead our accounting function. This role is central to the financial integrity of our business—overseeing high-volume transaction accounting, ensuring accuracy in earnings and cost of goods sold, and strengthening the systems that support our growth.

Reporting directly to the CEO, the Controller will play a key role in financial strategy, operational execution, and decision support. This is a high-impact leadership position ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-moving, detail-driven environment and wants to help shape the financial future of a growing organization.

What You’ll Do

Accounting Operations & Oversight

• Lead all day-to-day accounting operations including AP, AR, general ledger, and payroll
• Ensure accuracy, efficiency, and scalability of accounting processes

Payment Reconciliation & Transaction Integrity

• Oversee reconciliation of high-volume payment flows and trust account disbursements
• Ensure precise matching of incoming funds, processor settlements, and merchant payouts
• Serve as a critical control point for transaction accuracy and financial integrity

Financial Reporting

• Prepare timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Deliver clear, actionable financial insights to leadership

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Partner with the Chief Compliance Officer to strengthen internal controls and fraud prevention measures
• Ensure compliance with PCI-DSS, SOC 2 standards, and applicable regulations

Treasury & Cash Management

• Manage cash concentration and movement from trust accounts
• Oversee forecasting and liquidity planning to support operational needs

Tax & External Coordination

• Act as liaison with external tax partners to ensure timely and accurate filings

Strategic Finance & Business Support

• Analyze program and campaign performance, including yield and profitability
• Support annual budgeting, variance analysis, and financial planning
• Provide insights that guide growth and operational decision-making

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team
• Build a culture of accountability, precision, and continuous improvement

What You Bring

Education & Credentials

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required)
• CPA, CMA, or CCM strongly preferred

Experience

• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience
• 4+ years in a leadership or supervisory role
• Experience in fintech, payment processing, or high-volume transaction environments strongly preferred

Technical Skills

• Advanced Excel skills and experience with accounting systems
• SQL or data querying experience is a plus

Knowledge

• Strong command of GAAP
• Familiarity with tax considerations including Section 179

Key Competencies

• Analytical Rigor: Ability to interpret complex transaction data, identify discrepancies, and validate automated outputs
• Attention to Detail: Precision in reviewing financial records and transaction flows
• Leadership: Proven ability to develop and elevate a team
• Communication: Able to translate complex financial concepts into clear business insights

Why Autoscribe?

• Established, stable company with a strong reputation in Fintech
• High-impact role with direct CEO visibility
• Opportunity to shape and scale financial operations
• Collaborative, accountable, and growth-oriented culture
• This position is a hybrid role, based in our Fort Lauderdale Office