SaaS Controller

If you are looking for a well-paying hybrid Controller position located in New York, NY, with EQUITY, AND you have a CPA, Public Accounting foundation, and at least 7 years of SaaS technical accounting experience, then this job could be the one you have been waiting for! A high-growth, subscription-based organization is seeking a strategic and hands-on accounting leader to oversee technical accounting, financial operations, and the continued buildout of a scalable accounting infrastructure. This role will serve as a key partner to executive leadership while leading a growing accounting team and preparing the organization for future scale, audit complexity, and evolving compliance requirements. This is an opportunity for an experienced accounting professional who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys building processes and teams, and can balance technical depth with operational leadership. Key Responsibilities • Lead technical accounting under U.S. GAAP, including expertise in revenue recognition, lease accounting, and complex compensation structures • Manage and mentor a growing accounting team across general accounting and operational accounting functions • Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process while driving automation, efficiency, and improved reporting accuracy • Maintain and optimize the company’s ERP environment and accounting systems infrastructure • Lead external audit coordination and ensure ongoing audit readiness across the organization • Support entity structure, compliance, and tax coordination activities alongside external advisors • Partner cross-functionally with Finance and operational leadership to improve reporting consistency and data integrity • Design and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and scalable operational procedures • Oversee domestic and international accounting processes as the business continues to expand • Build scalable processes across order-to-cash, procure-to-pay, and record-to-report cycles • Serve as a strategic accounting partner to executive leadership, supporting operational and financial decision-making • Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, collaboration, and high performance within the accounting organization Qualifications • CPA strongly preferred • 10+ years of progressive accounting experience with strong technical accounting exposure • Strong understanding of revenue recognition and complex business transactions • Experience leading audits and working with external auditors and executive leadership • Experience in high-growth, multi-entity, or complex operating environments preferred • Strong systems and process improvement mindset, including ERP optimization experience • Proven ability to lead teams, influence cross-functional stakeholders, and scale accounting operations • Combination of public accounting and industry experience highly preferred What you get: Great compensation package and Equity, along with a hybrid schedule • High-impact leadership opportunity with strong executive visibility • Ability to help shape and scale the accounting infrastructure of a growing organization • Blend of technical accounting, operational leadership, and strategic business partnership • Fast-paced and collaborative environment with strong growth potential • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on systems, processes, and organizational scalability Let's chat!