Controller x 170K - 190K + bonus x Remote

Vaco Recruiter Services; Los Angeles (CA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-scaling marketing agency is seeking a Controller to lead their finance operations in a fully remote setup. This role involves full-cycle accounting, financial reporting, and team leadership. Candidates must have over 10 years of experience, a CPA license, and a public accounting background, along with industry-specific knowledge. The position offers flexible scheduling, potential equity, and unlimited PTO.

Benefits

Potential equity

Unlimited PTO

Team building events

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• 10+ years of accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities.
• Public accounting background is mandatory.
• Experience in a marketing or media related industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle accounting operations including GL, AR/AP, and payroll.
• Manage financial closes and ensure accurate reporting.
• Oversee audit processes and maintain GAAP-compliant policies.
• Support forecasting and financial modeling projects.

Skills

Leadership

GAAP Knowledge

Financial Reporting

Audit Coordination

Process Improvement

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA License

Job description

Controller – Full-Cycle Accounting – GAAP – Financial Reporting – Month-End Close – Audit – Ad– CPA – C.P.A. – Certified Public Accountant – Media

Are you a hands-on, strategic leader looking to step into a high-impact Controller role at a fast-scaling, fully remote marketing agency? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where you’ll work closely with executive leadership and help drive meaningful change? If so, this could be the career move you've been waiting for. Read on for more!

A rapidly growing, media company is seeking a Controller to lead its finance operations. The Controller will own full-cycle accounting, including GL, AR/AP, payroll, revenue recognition, and close. They will lead a team and implement controls, manage audits, streamline processes, and support financial planning. This fully remote role offers great work-life balance, access to leadership, and the opportunity to shape the finance function. To be successful in this role the Controller should be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

What do you need in this Corporate Controller role?

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 10+ years of accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities
• MUST have a CPA license
• MUST have a public accounting background
• MUST have marketing, media, or related industry experience
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and revenue recognition principles
• Experience with financial reporting, audit coordination, and internal controls

What will you do in this Corporate Controller role?

• Lead day-to-day finance operations, including full-cycle accounting, AP/AR, payroll, and GL
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end closes and ensure accurate and timely financial reporting
• Develop and maintain GAAP-compliant policies, controls, and accounting procedures
• Oversee audit processes and serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors
• Own revenue recognition and partner with leadership on forecasting and planning
• Drive process improvement initiatives and optimize the use of finance systems
• Mentor, coach, and grow a high-performing accounting team
• Collaborate cross-functionally and act as a strategic partner to the CFO
• Support M&A diligence, integrations, and financial modeling projects as needed

What is in this Corporate Controller role for you?

• Fully remote role with flexible scheduling
• Potential equity
• Unlimited PTO
• Team building events and employee discounts

So, if you are ready to step into a leadership role that combines operational excellence with innovation in the media space then we want to hear from you! Please send us your resume if you meet the criteria in the job description above!