Controller

Agility Digital•Lehi, UT

101d

About The Position

The Controller is a senior accounting and finance leader who owns the operational integrity of Agility's entire financial function. Reporting directly to a fractional CFO, this role serves as the day-to-day finance leader on the ground — executing strategy, driving the monthly close, directing a team of accounting clerks across AP, AR, Payroll, and Benefits, and positioning the company for audit readiness. This is a high-ownership role for a seasoned accounting professional who thrives in a fast-moving, growth-stage environment and is ready to build and lead a best-in-class finance operation.

Requirements

7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2–3 years in a Controller or senior accounting leadership role
CPA required (active license preferred)
Deep understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls
Demonstrated experience managing and developing accounting staff
Proven track record of owning the monthly close process and delivering timely, accurate financial statements
Experience preparing or managing through external audits
Strong systems skills; experience with NetSuite, QuickBooks, or comparable ERP platforms
Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

Experience in a VC-backed or growth-stage company
Background in professional services, SaaS, or tech-enabled business models
Familiarity with marketing technology or hybrid revenue models
Experience implementing or optimizing accounting systems and processes

Responsibilities

Own and drive the full monthly close process end-to-end, ensuring GAAP-compliant financial statements are delivered accurately and on schedule
Oversee and review all balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, and intercompany transactions
Manage AP, AR, payroll coordination, and benefits accounting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness across all cycles
Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and third-party service providers to ensure audit readiness at all times
Maintain clean, well-documented audit trails across all financial processes
Directly manage and develop a team of accounting clerks covering AP, AR, Payroll, and Benefits
Set clear priorities, workflows, and accountability standards for the accounting team
Coach and develop team members, building depth and scalability within the function
Serve as the primary escalation point for accounting operations issues
Design, implement, and maintain a robust internal controls environment appropriate for a VC-backed, scaling organization
Proactively prepare the company for external audit, ensuring documentation, reconciliations, and process integrity are continuously audit-ready
Ensure full GAAP compliance across all accounting operations and financial reporting
Identify and remediate control gaps; implement policies and procedures that scale with the business
Serve as the primary financial operations partner to the fractional CFO, providing accurate and timely data to support strategic decisions
Deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting packages with clear variance analysis and commentary
Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes with reliable actuals and operational insight
Manage cash flow visibility, working capital execution, and near-term liquidity reporting
Evaluate and optimize accounting systems and tools (NetSuite, QuickBooks, or similar) to support operational efficiency and scale
Establish and document scalable processes, policies, and controls that reduce manual effort and improve accuracy
Lead or support ERP implementations or upgrades as needed