Controller

Financial Services; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company is seeking a Financial Controller in Stamford, CT. This role involves overseeing all accounting operations for SaaS entities, ensuring compliance with revenue recognition standards, and managing financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have significant SaaS accounting experience and a CPA certification. Join a dynamic team focused on growth and innovation in the financial sector.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of SaaS accounting experience.
• CPA is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting operations for SaaS-focused entities.
• Ensure compliance with ASC 606 revenue recognition standards.
• Manage financial reporting and analysis.

Skills

Accounting

Financial Reporting

Compliance

Internal Controls

SaaS Metrics

Education

CPA

Tools

NetSuite

QuickBooks

Job description

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Base pay range

$150,000.00/yr - $190,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

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Responsibilities

1. Lead all accounting operations for SaaS-focused entities, including GL, revenue recognition, billing, AP/AR, and payroll.
2. Ensure compliance with ASC 606 revenue recognition standards and manage complex customer contracts.
3. Own monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes with focus on accuracy, efficiency, and completeness.
4. Develop and maintain internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures in a fast-growing environment.
5. Manage financial reporting and analysis, including budget vs. actuals, cash flow, and KPIs (MRR, churn, CAC, etc.).
6. Collaborate with the investment team on reporting for portfolio reviews, audits, and board presentations.
7. Prepare for and manage external audits, tax filings, and compliance reviews.
8. Support fundraising, M&A, or exit transactions through diligence and data room preparation.
9. Evaluate and implement systems and tools to improve financial processes (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks, SaaS metrics platforms).

Qualifications:

• 8-12 years of SaaS accounting experience.
• CPA is preferred.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing
• Industries: Technology, Information and Media, Financial Services

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