Controller

CAREER FOUNDATIONS INC.; North Carolina; Remote; USD 155,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

CAREER FOUNDATIONS INC. is seeking a Controller for a fully remote position in the software industry. The successful candidate will oversee financial operations, ensuring compliance with GAAP, revenue recognition and contribute to the company's growth. This role requires deep expertise in accounting and strong leadership skills to manage teams effectively.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Qualifications

• Active CPA with strong GAAP knowledge.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• 3+ years in a Controller or Assistant Controller role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting operations and ensure financial compliance.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Supervise accounting teams and handle audits.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Education

Active CPA

Tools

NetSuite

QuickBooks Online

HubSpot

Job description

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Base pay range

$155,000.00/yr - $175,000.00/yr

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Career Foundations is seeking a Controller for our clients. This is a fully remote position with a SaaS company. The Controller will oversee accounting operations, ensure financial compliance, and support our growth and scalability. This role requires deep expertise in revenue recognition (ASC 606), deferred revenue management, and SaaS-specific financial metrics such as ARR and churn. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, optimizing cash flow, and maintaining compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements.

What You'll Do:

• Monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring compliance with GAAP.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Maintain Internal Controls: Optimize accounting processes, and leverage technology for increased efficiency.
• Manage Billing, AR/AP, general ledger, revenue recognition, financial reporting, and tax compliance.
• Ensure Compliance: Handle sales tax regulations for SaaS in multiple states.
• Ensure accurate invoicing and timely collections.
• Lead and coordinate annual financial statement audits and other regulatory audits, serving as primary liaison with external auditors to ensure timely completion and clean audit opinions.
• Supervise and effectively lead remote accounting teams (1 direct report).
• Continuously improve accounting systems and procedures.

What You’ll Need To Have:

• Active CPA with strong GAAP knowledge.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 3+ years in a Controller or Asst. Controller role.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with platforms such as NetSuite, QuickBooks Online, HubSpot, etc.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills that inspire teams and drive results.
• Willingness to travel bi-annually to All-Hands meetings.

As a Bonus, You’ll Have:

• Experience in SaaS industry with a company that has $20-50M annual revenue
• Experience with NetSuite, Maxio, or ERP system implementations.
• Public accounting experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven experience managing remote teams.

This is a remote role, and reports to our Chief Financial Officer.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Software Development and IT System Custom Software Development

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

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