Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Reporting

Our client is seeking a high-level Controller to join their team. This is a full-time / permanent position with a direct client of Aprio.

Seeking candidate with both SaaS & Gov Con background

Role: Controller

Compensation: $180,000 - $225,000 + bonus

This is a Controller role with real ownership and influence. You’ll partner closely with the CFO and leadership team to build scalable, compliant finance infrastructure in a government‑facing SaaS environment. The business operates at meaningful scale, supports thousands of public‑sector customers, and is continuing to integrate and grow following recent platform expansion.

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close and GAAP financial statements
• Oversee general ledger, A/R, A/P, payroll, cash management, and audit readiness
• Own ASC 606 revenue recognition across subscription, implementation, and support services
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local government contracting requirements, including cost allocation and contract billing
• Partner with Sales, Product, Operations, and Customer Success on contract terms, pricing, and performance obligations
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis, including SaaS metrics such as ARR and churn
• Develop executive dashboards and reporting for leadership and the board
• Strengthen internal controls and financial policies appropriate for a regulated SaaS environment
• Support compliance efforts tied to SOC 2, FedRAMP, or similar frameworks in partnership with IT and Security
• Manage and develop the accounting and finance team

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA or CMA strongly preferred
• 7–10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership roles
• Hands‑on ownership of GAAP financial reporting and month‑end close
• Experience with government contracting, including FAR or state equivalents
• Strong understanding of cost allocation, allowable costs, and contract billing
• Practical experience applying ASC 606 in a SaaS or software environment
• Ability to operate comfortably in a detail‑oriented, compliance‑driven setting
• Strong communication skills and comfort partnering cross‑functionally

• Experience in a government‑facing SaaS or software company
• ERP experience with Net Suite, Intacct, or similar systems
• Exposure to SOC 2, FedRAMP, or CJIS compliance environments
• M&A or post‑acquisition integration experience
• Experience in a PE‑backed or high‑growth organization

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Accounting/Auditing