Controller

Autoscribe Corporation; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Autoscribe Corporation, a leading fintech payment processing firm, seeks an experienced Controller to lead the accounting function, ensure GAAP-compliant reporting, and strengthen internal controls. You will oversee high-volume transactions, payroll, and cash management while collaborating with executive leadership to drive strategic financial decisions.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years of accounting, 4+ in leadership, and strong Excel/GAAP skills; fintech or payment processing experience is

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• CPA, CMA, or CCM strongly preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• 4+ years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Experience in fintech, payment processing, or high-volume transaction environments is strongly preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with accounting systems.
• SQL or data querying experience is a plus.
• Strong command of GAAP.
• Familiarity with tax considerations including Section 179.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day accounting operations including AP, AR, general ledger, and payroll.
• Oversee reconciliation of high-volume payment flows and trust account disbursements.
• Prepare timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Partner with the Chief Compliance Officer to strengthen internal controls and fraud prevention measures.
• Manage cash concentration and liquidity planning to support operational needs.
• Act as liaison with external tax partners to ensure timely filings.
• Analyze program and campaign performance, including yield and profitability; support budgeting and planning.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team.

Skills

Leadership

Advanced Excel

GAAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA CMA CCM preferred

Tools

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.

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