Controller

@ GHJ
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Controller

Posted 1 day ago

About the job

GHJ Search and Staffing, part of a national accounting firm, recruits finance professionals. This Controller role manages accounting, reporting, and compliance for a growing SaaS organization, focusing on process enhancement and scalable finance functions.

Requirements

  • 3-5 years accounting leadership
  • Experience with SaaS and ASC 606
  • Strong US GAAP knowledge
  • Advanced Excel skills
  • ERP systems experience

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s in Accounting or related
  • Active CPA license required
  • Private equity experience preferred
  • Leadership and collaboration skills
  • Knowledge of financial controls

Full job description

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, NetSuite, or similar systems
  • Hands-on, analytical, and highly collaborative leadership style


    • Salary: $140,000

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