Controller (SaaS) - Contract-to-Hire

Launch Finance•San Mateo, CA

3d•$200,000 - $220,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Our client is a venture-backed SaaS company looking for a hands-on Controller to lead both accounting and core finance operations. This role is structured as a contract-to-hire engagement, with the expectation of full-time conversion based on mutual fit. The Controller will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy of financials while also supporting forecasting, financial visibility, and day-to-day decision-making across the business. This is a hands-on role in a lean environment, where the Controller will play a key role in bringing structure, consistency, and clarity to the financial function.

Requirements

Proven experience as a Controller in a SaaS environment
Experience owning both accounting and finance responsibilities
Ability to operate in a lean, fast-moving environment with competing priorities
Comfortable working in a globally distributed organization
Strong ownership mindset with the ability to operate independently
10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including time as a Controller or equivalent lead role
Deep understanding of SaaS metrics (ARR, revenue recognition, deferred revenue, etc.)
Hands-on experience with Sage Intacct
Proven working experience as a Controller in a small to mid-size VC backed company
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field (advanced degree a plus)
Deep experience with month-end close and financial statement preparation
Understanding of GAAP and financial reporting
Candidates must be based in the San Francisco Bay Area

Nice To Haves

CPA or CMA preferred
advanced degree a plus

Responsibilities

Lead all accounting operations: Billing, A/R, A/P, GL, and Revenue Recognition
Own month-end and year-end close processes
Prepare timely, accurate financial statements
Build and maintain internal reporting packages for leadership
Ensure consistency and integrity of financial data across the organization
Provide insight into financial performance, not just reporting
Support budgeting and forecasting processes
Analyze variances and help leadership understand drivers of performance
Improve forecasting accuracy over time
Partner cross-functionally (Engineering, Sales, Operations) to align financials with business activity
Translate business activity into financial impact and decision support
Identify areas where process, structure, or visibility needs to improve
Develop and refine accounting policies and internal controls
Improve workflows and systems to support scale
Ensure readiness for audit and compliance requirements