Position: Controller
Company: SaaS, supply chain vertical
Standing: #1 leader in mid-market, 20% growth yearly
Compensation: $165K-$175K base, plus options
Location: Austin, TX
Hands-on, will manage two people, in office 3 days a week
The Opportunity: Modernize the accounting function (currently not using Netsuite to the fullest potential) within a $50M SaaS leader in the supply chain mid-market vertical.
As Controller, you will oversee the financial operations of the company including preparing financial reports, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and managing a small team of accountants (2).
You will serve as the primary liaison with external auditors and tax accountants and be responsible for month-end and year-end closing activities, reconciliations, general ledger reviews and streamlining controls.
Responsibilities:
- Monitor company financial reports and identify opportunities to reduce costs.
- Prepare accurate and timely monthly financial reports.
- Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and banking activities.
- Manage a small team of Accountants, providing guidance and support as needed.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors.
- Perform month-end and year-end closing activities, including income statement and balance sheet reconciliation, account analysis, and general ledger review.
- Assess, execute, and streamline policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance and efficiency.
- Go above and beyond formal job responsibilities to contribute to the overall success of the Finance Department.
- Support Finance Department initiatives, such as software and systems implementation, through research, planning assistance, and participation in implementation activities.
- Ensure timely billing and implement cash management techniques to optimize cash collection.
- Prepare journal entries and reconciliations.
- Review and approve semi-monthly payroll.
- Collaborate closely with external auditors and tax accountants during annual financial statement audits and relevant tax filings.
- Prepare sales tax filings.
- Work closely with the Revenue Operations function to review and coordinate commission payments. Responsible for accounting of commissions, including monthly accruals and deferred commission amortization.
- Maintain a strong working knowledge of G Suite, Advanced Excel, and Netsuite. Experience with Netsuite Advanced Revenue Management is a plus.
- Ensure compliance with ASC606 revenue recognition standards.
- Maintain the chart of accounts, organize accounting files, and implement a system of controls over accounting transactions.
- Provide financial analyses as needed.
- Monitor debt levels and compliance with debt covenants, as required.
- Manage the preparation and communication of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. Analyze variances on a monthly basis and collaborate closely with the FP&A function during forecast and budgeting processes.
- Experience in a fast-paced startup environment is a plus.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, CPA certification is preferred.
- Proven experience as a Controller or similar role, with a strong understanding of accounting principles, practices, and regulations.
- Experience with financial reporting, month-end and year-end closing activities, and general ledger management.
- Proficiency in accounting software, especially Netsuite, and Advanced Excel skills.
- Strong knowledge of revenue recognition standards (ASC606) and commission accounting.
- Ability to lead and manage a team effectively.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Detail-oriented and capable of meeting strict deadlines.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with various departments and external partners.
- Adaptability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.