Corporate Controller

Overview

This position sits within a Private Equity Backed, SaaS organization. The Corporate Controller is a hands-on leadership role responsible for overseeing the accounting affairs of the overall organization and its affiliates. Reporting directly to the CFO, the Corporate Controller is a key member of the Company’s financial leadership team and serves as the process owner for all transactional and general ledger accounting activities.

This role will lead the development and maintenance of the Company’s accounting infrastructure, ensure compliance with GAAP and regulatory standards, and prepare accurate interim and annual financial statements with supporting schedules to guide management decision-making. The Corporate Controller will supervise general accounting, internal controls, audit compliance, budgeting support, and acquisition integration as the organization continues to scale rapidly.

Geography: This position is 100% remote with a preference for candidates who reside in ET/CT time zone.

• Serve as the process owner for all financial accounting activities of the Company and its affiliates.
• Act as the Company’s subject matter expert for Accounting, GAAP, and applicable financial standards. Develop, document, maintain, and support Company accounting policies and procedures.
• Maintain the Company’s system of accounts, including entity consolidation and intercompany accounting methodologies.
• Direct the accounting organization across General Ledger, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, payroll, and fixed assets to ensure clean financial records and optimized working capital.
• Oversee daily accounting operations, ensuring timely and accurate recording of all financial transactions in compliance with internal controls.
• Manage the monthly and quarterly close process, preparing consolidated financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Furnish internal financial reporting for management and external reporting for third parties such as banks, insurance providers, lenders, and other stakeholders.
• Provide leadership in strengthening financial controls, safeguarding confidential financial information, and ensuring compliance with lender agreements and statutory requirements.
• Partner with FP&A and the CFO to support preparation of the annual budget, monthly forecasts, and variance analysis.
• Coordinate and manage relationships with external auditors, ensuring the Company receives a clean audit opinion within defined timelines and budgets.
• Support tax compliance and preparation for federal, state, and local filings, including payroll tax and sales & use tax, in collaboration with outside specialists.
• Provide leadership in M&A accounting integration, supporting due diligence reviews and coordinating acquisition activities with internal teams, sponsors, and external advisors.
• Identify opportunities to automate and streamline accounting processes to improve efficiency as the Company grows.
• Lead, develop, and evaluate the Accounting Department team, ensuring appropriate training, performance management, and resource allocation.
• Support CFO and executive leadership with Board reporting requirements and other strategic initiatives.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

• Provide leadership that promotes strong internal communication and a positive, high-performing accounting culture.
• Demonstrate integrity, credibility, and commitment to the Company’s mission.
• Partner with the CFO as a proactive, hands-on strategic leader owning the accounting function through continued growth and transformation.

• BA/BS Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• CPA and Public Accounting experience strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting and controllership experience, ideally in high-growth environments (SaaS, or Private Equity-backed companies a plus).
• Experience with M&A due diligence and acquisition integration helpful.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP reporting, compliance, and audit requirements.
• Technology savvy, with experience implementing or managing ERP/GL systems and overseeing accounting software vendors.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial reporting tools.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with experience presenting to senior leadership, boards, lenders, and external partners.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, lead cross-functional initiatives, and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Entrepreneurial, proactive problem-solver with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to effectively translate complex financial concepts to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.