Remote PE Controller & Process Improvement

Jobot; Avon (CT); Remote; USD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot seeks a hands-on Controller to oversee accounting operations and financial reporting for an established B2B media and information services organization.

The role requires partnering with executive leadership to support financial performance, drive process improvements, and ensure accurate reporting across diverse revenue streams including subscriptions, advertising, events, and premium content.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience with month-end close, budgeting, forecasting, and audits.
• Familiarity with subscription-based, recurring revenue, digital media, publishing, or information services business models is desirable.
• Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills.
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and month-end/year-end close.
• Manage the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements and management reporting.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial analysis.
• Establish and maintain effective internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures.
• Coordinate annual audits, tax filings, and other external financial reporting requirements.
• Partner with executive leadership and department heads to provide financial insights and support strategic decision-making.
• Oversee financial reporting across multiple revenue streams, including subscriptions, advertising, sponsorships, digital media, and events.
• Monitor revenue recognition, deferred revenue, and subscription-related accounting.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Advanced Excel

Job description

Jobot seeks a hands-on Controller to oversee accounting operations and financial reporting for an established B2B media and information services organization.

The role requires partnering with executive leadership to support financial performance, drive process improvements, and ensure accurate reporting across diverse revenue streams including subscriptions, advertising, events, and premium content.