Controller, Accounting, Financial Compliance

Corporate Controller

GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ's relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client's needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.

A growing, private equity-backed SaaS organization is seeking a corporate controller to lead and scale its accounting and financial operations. This is a high-visibility opportunity for a hands-on finance leader who enjoys combining technical accounting expertise with strategic business partnership in a fast-growing environment.

The controller will oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, cash management, FP&A support, compliance, and financial systems across multiple entities. This role also provides an opportunity to strengthen processes, improve automation, and help build a scalable finance function as the organization continues to grow.

Key responsibilities:

• Oversee monthly financial reporting, close activities, journal entries, and balance sheet reconciliations
• Ensure accurate revenue recognition under ASC 606
• Manage AR aging, cash management, bank reconciliations, and lender reporting
• Support budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and investor reporting
• Coordinate annual audits and work with external tax and audit advisors
• Develop and maintain internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures
• Lead accounting technology and ERP improvements, automation, and process optimization
• Mentor and develop accounting team members

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting; MBA preferred
• Active CPA license required
• 3–5 years of accounting leadership experience at the controller or assistant controller level
• SaaS or technology experience preferred, with strong ASC 606 knowledge
• Experience in private equity-backed environments and lender covenant reporting preferred
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and financial controls
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with Sage Intacct, Net Suite, or similar systems
• Hands-on, analytical, and highly collaborative leadership style

Salary: $140,000