Controller

Finatal; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Finatal, a fast-growing PE-backed SaaS company in Tampa, seeks a Controller to own financial reporting and partner with leadership on strategic finance decisions. You will drive close processes, ensure GAAP compliance, and build scalable financial systems to support growth and acquisitions.

The role offers high visibility within the executive team, opportunities to influence forecasting and lender reporting, and the chance to lead a growing accounting function in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• CPA certification required.
• Experience with ASC 606 revenue recognition and SaaS accounting.
• Strong forecasting, modeling, and variance analysis capabilities.
• ERP system experience and ability to scale financial processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Prepare and oversee complete financial statements and disclosures.
• Ensure U.S. GAAP compliance including ASC 606 and deferred revenue.
• Mentor and develop accounting team members and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Forecasting & modeling

Variance analysis

Leadership

SaaS accounting concepts

Board reporting exposure

Hybrid leadership presence

PE-backed experience

Education

CPA

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Controller | PE-Backed SaaS Company | Tampa, FL (Hybrid)

A fast-growing, private equity-backed SaaS company in the cybersecurity sector is seeking a Controller to join its leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity for a technically strong accounting professional who wants to make a significant impact in a high-growth environment and help scale a business through its next phase of expansion.

About the Opportunity

Reporting directly to the CFO, the Controller will own the integrity of the company's financial reporting while serving as a strategic finance partner to leadership. The ideal candidate combines strong technical accounting expertise with forecasting, business partnering, and operational leadership skills. This role offers significant visibility across the organization and an opportunity to help build scalable financial processes as the business grows organically and through acquisitions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Prepare and oversee complete financial statements, including balance sheet, income statement, cash flow statement, and supporting disclosures.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, including ASC 606 revenue recognition and deferred revenue accounting.
• Maintain strong financial controls and reporting accuracy.

Audit, Tax & Compliance

• Serve as the primary contact for external auditors and lead the annual audit process.
• Manage third-party tax advisors and ensure timely tax filings.
• Oversee sales and use tax compliance and related reporting.

FP&A & Strategic Finance

• Develop forecasts, financial models, and variance analyses.
• Partner with department leaders to provide actionable financial insights.
• Support lender reporting and debt covenant compliance.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Act as a key stakeholder in ERP optimization and financial systems enhancement.
• Help scale accounting processes, controls, and reporting infrastructure to support continued growth and M&A activity.

Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members.
• Foster a collaborative, team-oriented culture built on accountability and continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications

• CPA required.
• Public accounting and/or audit background.
• Strong U.S. GAAP knowledge with experience preparing complete financial statements.
• Experience with ASC 606, deferred revenue, and SaaS-related accounting concepts.
• Strong forecasting, modeling, and variance analysis capabilities.
• ERP system experience.
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment and maintain a strong in-office leadership presence.

Preferred Qualifications

• SaaS industry experience.
• Experience in a private equity-backed organization.
• Exposure to board reporting and investor communications.
• Multi-level team leadership experience.

Why Consider This Role?

• High visibility with executive leadership.
• Equity included
• Opportunity to help shape and scale the finance function.
• Exposure to growth initiatives and acquisitions.
• Strong career progression potential in a rapidly expanding company.