Remote Assistant Controller - SaaS, ASC 606 Leader

ActivTrak; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote within the US

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

ActivTrak is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to lead our accounting operations and month-end close for a fast-growing SaaS company. You will manage two direct reports, own ASC 606 revenue recognition, collaborate with RevOps on billing, and coordinate audits and tax compliance. The role offers remote work across the U.S.

with Austin, TX as a preferred location. Strong NetSuite experience, automation mindset, and a track record in SaaS accounting are essential for success in this

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Accounting.
• 5 years of Accounting experience with 1 year as an Assistant Controller or 3 to 4 years as an Accounting Manager.
• Experience with mentoring and training in a team environment.
• Advance knowledge of ASC 606 revenue recognition and SaaS accounting.
• Hands-on NetSuite experience and accounting automation proficiency.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills and ability to manage complex datasets.
• Experience applying AI or automation tools to improve accounting processes.
• Experience in a high-growth SaaS or subscription-based business.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations including journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.
• Process bi-weekly payroll, ensuring accurate and timely payroll transactions.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash management processes.
• Implement and maintain internal controls and accounting policies.
• Lead account analysis and variance investigation.
• Identify opportunities to leverage AI and automation tools to streamline reconciliations, journal entry preparation, and variance analysis, reducing manual effort and cycle time.
• Evaluate and implement AI-enabled accounting tools and workflow automations within day-to-day operations.
• Own revenue recognition process under ASC 606 (GAAP standards).
• Review and validate revenue transactions, contracts, and performance obligations.
• Calculate and record revenue adjustments, deferred revenue, and revenue reclassifications.
• Prepare revenue schedules and documentation for internal and external audits.
• Work with the RevOps department on billing and integration related tasks that directly impact revenue.
• Assist the Controller with external auditors and coordinate audit activities.
• Prepare audit schedules, trial balances, and supporting documentation.
• Address auditor findings and implement corrective actions.
• Manage audit timelines and ensure timely responses to audit requests.
• Assist the Controller with external tax team requests for federal, state, and local tax returns.
• Maintain tax schedules, accruals, and documentation.
• Track and report on tax-related items, including payroll taxes and sales tax.

Skills

Mentoring and training

Month-end close management

SaaS accounting

Education

Bachelor or Master’s degree in Accounting

Tools

NetSuite

Chargebee

Stripe

Avalara

Airbase

Ramp

Rippling

Claude.ai

Microsoft Excel

Job description

ActivTrak is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to lead our accounting operations and month-end close for a fast-growing SaaS company. You will manage two direct reports, own ASC 606 revenue recognition, collaborate with RevOps on billing, and coordinate audits and tax compliance. The role offers remote work across the U.S.

with Austin, TX as a preferred location. Strong NetSuite experience, automation mindset, and a track record in SaaS accounting are essential for success in this