Controller

Headfarmer; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Discretionary Bonus

Job summary

Headfarmer is seeking a Controller to lead all accounting operations in Scottsdale. You will close monthly cycles, prepare GAAP-compliant statements, and manage audits while building a strong accounting team.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of accounting, strong GAAP knowledge, Excel and financial modeling skills, and comfort in a fast-paced finance environment. Onsite role with comprehensive benefits and growth potential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting experience.
• Solid grasp of U.S. GAAP.
• Strong Excel and financial modeling skills.
• Fintech or financial services background a plus.
• M&A experience a big plus.
• QuickBooks familiarity a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own general ledger, AP, AR/customer billing, and commission reporting.
• Run full month-end close cycles, including balance sheet reconciliations.
• Prepare GAAP-compliant financial statements for executives and investors.
• Generate client billing files from Excel data extracts.
• Analyze financial performance and identify process improvement opportunities.
• Lead accounting integration for acquired entities.
• Manage the annual external audit and liaise with tax accountants.
• Build and develop a high-performing accounting team.
• Partner with business unit leaders on financial trends and KPIs.
• Support the CFO with MD&A and board presentation materials.
• Maintain compliance with accounting and financial controls.
• Process bi-weekly payroll.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel

Financial modeling

M&A experience

Analytical mindset

Communication

Team leadership

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

Controller | Financial Services Fintech | Scottsdale, AZ (Onsite)

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• Discretionary Bonus

About the Company

We're a fast-scaling financial services technology platform, delivering cutting-edge tech and exceptional service to firms and professionals across the industry.

About the Role

We're looking for a curious, detail-driven self-starter who loves finding the story in the numbers. The ideal Controller thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, communicates well across teams, and takes ownership like it's their own business.

As Controller, you'll lead all accounting operations — from close cycles and financial reporting to audit management and team leadership — while acting as the go-to point of contact for internal and external financial reporting.

What You'll Do

• Own general ledger, AP, AR/customer billing, and commission reporting
• Run full month-end close cycles, including balance sheet reconciliations
• Prepare GAAP-compliant financial statements for executives and investors
• Generate client billing files from Excel data extracts
• Analyze financial performance and identify process improvement opportunities
• Lead accounting integration for acquired entities
• Manage the annual external audit and liaise with tax accountants
• Build and develop a high-performing accounting team
• Partner with business unit leaders on financial trends and KPIs
• Support the CFO with MD&A and board presentation materials
• Maintain compliance with accounting and financial controls
• Process bi-weekly payroll

What You Bring

• 5+ years of accounting experience
• Solid grasp of U.S. GAAP
• Strong Excel and financial modeling skills
• Fintech or financial services background a plus
• M&A experience a big plus
• QuickBooks familiarity a plus
• Sharp analytical mind with strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, hands-on style
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, entrepreneurial environment
• High energy, high ambition — ready to grow with the company