Growth-Stage Controller: GAAP, ERP & Audit Leader

Institute of Management Accountants, Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

100% medical/dental/vision premiums

12 weeks paid parental leave

family-forming stipends

gender-affirming care

Unlimited PTO

Job summary

Cape seeks a Controller to design GAAP-compliant controls, own close processes, and lead the first PCAOB audit as we scale. You will build an accounting team, implement systems, and partner across functions to ensure audit-ready books in a fast-growth, privacy-focused company.

Responsibilities include owning AP/AR, payroll, tax, and state compliance while driving ERP implementation and cross-functional financial reporting to support strategic decisions.

Qualifications

• CPA certification required.
• ASC 606 revenue recognition knowledge required.
• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• At least 2 years Big 4 experience.
• Operational accounting experience in a fast-paced startup environment.
• Proficiency with journal entries in QuickBooks Online (QBO) and implementing department-wide practices.
• Led an end-to-end audit.
• Able to thrive in dynamic environments and drive process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement accounting best practices for high velocity and GAAP compliance.
• Lead ERP design and quote-to-cash processes in partnership with stakeholders.
• Prepare for the first PCAOB audit and oversee audit readiness.
• Own accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, tax, and state compliance with audit-ready books.
• Hire and develop an accounting team aligned to growth milestones.
• Manage large, recurring close processes and cross-functional financial reporting.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Self-starter

Build-and-improve mindset

GAAP

ASC 606

ERP implementation

Education

CPA certification

Tools

QuickBooks Online (QBO)

NetSuite

Job description

Cape seeks a Controller to design GAAP-compliant controls, own close processes, and lead the first PCAOB audit as we scale. You will build an accounting team, implement systems, and partner across functions to ensure audit-ready books in a fast-growth, privacy-focused company.

Responsibilities include owning AP/AR, payroll, tax, and state compliance while driving ERP implementation and cross-functional financial reporting to support strategic decisions.