Controller

LeoForce; Tennessee; On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

LeoForce in Tennessee is seeking a Controller to oversee financial strategy, performance, and reporting. You will partner with the executive team and private equity owners, ensuring compliance and robust financial controls in a high-growth SaaS environment.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of financial leadership, CPA preferred, and experience with ASC 606 and M&A integrations. Travel is minimal, and the role reports to the CFO.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of financial management experience at PE- or VC-backed company.
• Experience in a high-growth SaaS business with $100M–$250M+ revenue and ASC 606 knowledge.
• Demonstrated M&A experience, due diligence, and post-close integration.
• Experience in lender/debt communications and reporting.
• Proven ability to set up KPIs and financial systems to drive decisions.
• Strong leadership: develop and retain accounting teams through change.
• Executive-level communication and collaboration with CFO/Board.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligning with business growth.
• Monitor financial performance: revenue, expenses, cash flow.
• Provide financial guidance to private equity owners and executive team; board reporting.
• Oversee audits, tax, and valuation services with third parties.
• Lead post-merger integration and cross-functional collaboration on acquisitions.
• Prepare periodic financial statements and ensure compliance with standards.
• Manage billing/collections, accounts payable, and ERP processes.
• Provide regular reporting to the executive team and board.
• Lead and mentor the finance team through transitions.

Skills

Financial leadership

Audits & compliance

ASC 606 revenue recognition

M&A due diligence

Cash flow management

Lender relations

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Financial reporting tools

Job description

Controller

Location: CONCORD FARR,TN, US

Job Description

Experience: Director

Salary: $130,000 - $150,000 per year

What You’ll Do:

• Develop and implement financial strategies and plans that support Vehlo’s business objectives and growth targets
• Monitor and manage the company’s financial performance, including revenue, expenses, and cash flow
• Provide financial guidance and support to our private equity owners and executive team, including preparing board presentations and financial analyses
• Engage with and oversee third-party providers of audit, tax, and valuation services
• Partner with cross-functional teams on the successful integration of acquired businesses, including post-merger integration plans and financial/operational best practices
• Oversee the preparation of periodic financial statements
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulations, and policies, and work closely with auditors as needed
• Manage and optimize financial processes and systems, including billing/collections, accounts payable, and ERP
• Provide regular reporting and analysis to the executive team and board of directors
• Manage a team of finance professionals, providing leadership, guidance, and mentorship

Travel Requirement: Minimal, infrequent travel may be required.

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice, in accordance with applicable laws.

What You Bring:

• 7+ years of financial management experience, including as a Controller or high-potential accounting leader at a private equity- or VC-backed company
• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field; CPA certification preferred
• Experience in a high-growth, subscription-based SaaS business, ideally scaling from $100M–$250M+ in revenue, with a strong understanding of software revenue recognition (ASC 606)
• Demonstrated M&A experience, including financial due diligence, deal modeling, and post-close integration
• Prior experience in lender/debt communication and reporting
• Track record of setting up and managing KPIs and financial systems to drive operational decision-making
• Proven people leadership: experience building, developing, and retaining high-performing accounting teams through periods of change
• Strong analytical and communication skills, with the executive presence to act as a strategic thought partner to the CFO, executive team, and Board
• A collaborative, action-oriented approach with the flexibility to succeed in ambiguous, fast-paced environments
• Experience evaluating, implementing, and managing ERP systems

A bit about us:

Our client unlocks potential across vehicle service and repair by giving power back to your people.

Why join us?

• Growing company
• Top benefits
• Great culture

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