Controller - SaaS

Australia-Employment; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity participation

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Flexible PTO and paid holidays

Remote/hybrid flexibility

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Controller for a rapidly growing SaaS fintech company in Austin, TX. This role leads the accounting function, strengthens financial controls, and ensures accurate, timely reporting while partnering with the CFO and executives.

The ideal candidate has SaaS/fintech experience, deep GAAP knowledge, and a proven ability to scale processes and systems in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting with management experience.
• Experience in SaaS, fintech, or high-growth tech companies.
• GAAP knowledge and month-end close expertise.
• Experience with ASC 606 revenue recognition.
• Experience with audits and external accounting partners.
• Strong Excel/Google Sheets skills and ERP experience.
• Experience implementing or improving accounting systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day accounting including GL, AP, AR, payroll, cash management, and financial reporting.
• Own monthly, quarterly, and year-end closes with timeliness.
• Prepare and review GAAP-based financial statements and management reports.
• Oversee revenue recognition, ASC 606 and subscription revenue.
• Develop and maintain internal controls and policies.
• Partner with FP&A to improve forecasting and budgeting.
• Oversee cash management, reconciliations, working capital.
• Manage relationships with auditors, tax advisors, banks, and service providers.
• Support tax compliance across federal, state, and local levels.
• Evaluate and upgrade accounting systems and automation.
• Ensure compliance with financial services and regulatory requirements.
• Support due diligence for strategic initiatives, partnerships, fundraising, or M&A.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team; establish processes.
• Collaborate with Finance, Operations, Product, Legal, Compliance, and Tech teams.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

SaaS/FinTech experience

Financial reporting

Forecasting / FP&A collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

NetSuite

Sage Intacct

Excel/Google Sheets

ERP systems

Job description

Controller - SaaS

$150000 - $180000 per year | Austin, TX | On-site | Permanent

A bit about us:

We are a rapidly growing SaaS fintech company providing technology-driven financial solutions to businesses and consumers. As we continue to scale, we are looking for a Controller to lead the accounting function, strengthen financial controls, and ensure accurate and timely reporting across the organization.

This is an opportunity to join a high-growth environment where the Controller will partner closely with the CFO and executive leadership while helping build scalable accounting processes and infrastructure.

Why join us?

• Competitive base salary and performance-based bonus
• Equity participation
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible PTO and paid holidays
• Remote/hybrid flexibility
• Opportunity to play a key role in a rapidly growing fintech organization
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture with significant opportunity for professional growth

Job Details

The Controller will oversee the company's accounting operations, financial close, reporting, and internal controls. This person will be both a strategic leader and hands-on operator, with the opportunity to improve processes, implement systems, and build a high-performing accounting organization.

The ideal candidate has experience in SaaS, fintech, financial services, or another technology-driven environment and understands the unique accounting considerations associated with recurring revenue, subscription billing, payments, and rapidly scaling businesses.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day accounting function, including GL, AP, AR, payroll, cash management, and financial reporting
• Own the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely reporting
• Prepare and review financial statements and management reporting in accordance with GAAP
• Oversee revenue recognition, including ASC 606, deferred revenue, and subscription-based revenue streams
• Develop and maintain strong internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures
• Partner with FP&A to improve forecasting, budgeting, variance analysis, and financial visibility
• Oversee cash management, bank reconciliations, and working capital
• Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, banking partners, and other financial service providers
• Support tax compliance, including coordination of federal, state, and local requirements
• Evaluate and improve accounting systems, processes, and automation as the company scales
• Help ensure compliance with applicable financial services and regulatory requirements
• Support financial and operational due diligence related to strategic initiatives, partnerships fundraising, or M&A
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team while establishing clear processes and accountability
• Partner cross-functionally with Finance, Operations, Product, Legal, Compliance, and Technology teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience managing an accounting function
• Prior experience in SaaS, fintech, financial services, payments, or a high-growth technology company
• Strong understanding of GAAP, month-end close, financial reporting, and internal controls
• Experience with ASC 606 / SaaS revenue recognition
• Experience managing audits and working with external accounting partners
• Strong Excel/Google Sheets skills and experience with modern ERP/accounting systems
• Experience implementing or improving accounting systems and processes
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or active CPA license
• Experience with NetSuite, Sage Intacct, or similar cloud-based ERP
• Experience with subscription billing, payment processing, or fintech platforms
• Experience supporting SOC 1/SOC 2, SOX, or other control frameworks
• Experience working in a venture-backed or PE-backed organization
• Experience scaling an accounting team through significant company growth

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