Controller

Pavago; United States; Remote; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Pavago is seeking a Controller to lead accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls for GAAP/IFRS compliance. This remote, leadership role oversees close processes, financial statements, audit readiness, budgeting support, and treasury activities while building scalable processes.

You will manage a finance team, collaborate with executives, and drive improvements across ERP systems and financial reporting tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 7+ years accounting/finance experience.
• 2+ years of accounting leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and IFRS.
• ERP experience with NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or QuickBooks.
• Advanced Excel/Google Sheets skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end and year-end close processes.
• Prepare GAAP/IFRS-compliant financial statements.
• Oversee internal controls and coordinate external audits.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Manage treasury activities and banking relationships.
• Lead and develop the accounting team and improve workflows.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Leadership

Excel/Sheets

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

NetSuite

SAP

Oracle

QuickBooks Enterprise

Job description

Controller (Financial Reporting, GAAP/IFRS & Accounting Operations)

Position Type: Full-Time, Remote
Working Hours: U.S. Business Hours

About the Role

At Pavago, one of our clients is hiring a Controller to lead accounting operations, financial reporting, and financial oversight.

This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for managing month-end close, financial reporting, internal controls, compliance, budgeting support, and accounting operations. If you have strong GAAP or IFRS expertise, leadership experience, and a passion for building scalable financial processes, this role is a great fit.

Responsibilities

Accounting Operations & Financial Close

• Lead month-end and year-end close processes.
• Review journal entries, reconciliations, payroll, depreciation, and intercompany transactions.
• Maintain accurate, audit-ready financial records.
• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations.

Financial Reporting

• Prepare GAAP or IFRS-compliant financial statements.
• Deliver P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow reports.
• Perform variance analysis and provide financial insights.
• Support executive, board, and investor reporting.

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Maintain internal controls and accounting policies.
• Coordinate external audits and prepare audit documentation.
• Support tax compliance and regulatory reporting.
• Monitor financial governance and risk.

Budgeting & Treasury

• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Monitor cash flow, liquidity, and working capital.
• Manage banking relationships and treasury activities.
• Assist with capital allocation and financial analysis.

Team Leadership & Process Improvement

• Lead and develop the accounting team.
• Improve accounting workflows and financial systems.
• Support ERP implementations and process automation.
• Develop scalable accounting procedures and controls.

Required Experience & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 7+ years of accounting or finance experience.
• 2+ years of accounting leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or QuickBooks Enterprise.
• Advanced Excel or Google Sheets skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Nice to Have

• CPA, ACCA, CMA, or MBA.
• Previous experience as a Controller, Accounting Manager, or Finance Manager.
• Experience with ERP implementations or financial system migrations.
• Background in SaaS, professional services, real estate, or technology.
• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or Looker.

What Success Looks Like

• Timely month-end close and accurate financial reporting.
• Strong internal controls and audit readiness.
• Timely regulatory and tax compliance.
• Reliable reporting that supports business decisions.
• Efficient accounting processes and a high-performing team.

Interview Process

• Initial Recruiter Screening
• Recruiter Interview
• Client Interview
• Offer & Onboarding