Growth-Focused Controller – SaaS, M&A, Strategy

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

Benefits offered by this job

Top benefits

Great culture

Job summary

Vehlo is seeking a Controller with 7+ years of financial leadership to drive financial strategy and performance. You will guide executive leadership, manage audits and compliance, and oversee ERP-enabled processes across billing, accounts payable, and reporting.

A strong background in high-growth SaaS, including M&A experience and ASC 606 knowledge, is essential. You will lead a finance team, partner with cross-functional groups, and report to the CFO and board.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of financial management experience, including as a Controller or senior accounting leader at PE/VC-backed firms.
• Experience with high-growth, subscription-based SaaS, scaling to $100M–$250M+ revenue, and ASC 606 revenue recognition.
• M&A experience including due diligence, deal modeling, and post-close integration.
• Experience in lender/debt communication and reporting.
• Proven ability to implement KPIs and financial systems to drive decisions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement financial strategies and plans to support business objectives and growth targets.
• Monitor and manage financial performance: revenue, expenses, and cash flow.
• Provide financial guidance to private equity owners and executive team; prepare board materials.
• Oversee audits, tax, and valuation services with third-party providers.
• Lead post-merger integration with cross-functional teams; implement best practices.
• Oversee periodic financial statements and compliance with accounting standards.
• Manage financial processes and ERP systems; optimize billing, A/P, and reporting.
• Provide regular reporting and analysis to the executive team and board.

Skills

Financial leadership

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Executive communication

People leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting

CPA certification

Tools

ERP systems

ASC 606

Job description

Vehlo is seeking a Controller with 7+ years of financial leadership to drive financial strategy and performance. You will guide executive leadership, manage audits and compliance, and oversee ERP-enabled processes across billing, accounts payable, and reporting.

A strong background in high-growth SaaS, including M&A experience and ASC 606 knowledge, is essential. You will lead a finance team, partner with cross-functional groups, and report to the CFO and board.