Controller

AdeptID•Boston, MA

About The Position

AdeptID is a growing AI company focused on helping people find better jobs faster. The company is in a growth and acquisition phase, and is building financial infrastructure to support a multi-entity operating model and private equity reporting cadence. The Controller will own the accounting function and financial reporting across all entities. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader capable of managing a clean monthly close and handling the technical complexities of purchase accounting, multi-entity consolidation, and PE-grade reporting. The Controller will collaborate with the VP of Finance on M&A integration, audit readiness, and ERP transition (NetSuite implementation is in progress).

Requirements

10+ years of progressive accounting experience
Prior managerial experience
Experience with multi-entity accounting and intercompany activity
Strong working knowledge of US GAAP and ability to understand technical accounting research
Advanced Excel skills
Experience with NetSuite, QuickBooks Online, or comparable ERP platforms
Strong written communication skills, including the ability to prepare technical memos and reporting commentary
Ability to operate in a fast-paced, hands-on environment with shifting priorities

Nice To Haves

CPA
Prior Controller or Assistant Controller experience
Experience in a PE-backed environment
Staffing or services industry experience
ERP implementation experience
Experience integrating acquired entities

Responsibilities

Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close across all entities.
Deliver consolidated and entity-level financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow) on a sub 10-day close.
Partner with FP&A on budget-to-actual reporting and other cross-functional workstreams.
Assist in the monthly PE reporting package, support quarterly board materials, and ad-hoc investor requests.
Oversee billing, accounts payable, and general ledger activity across all entities, performing monthly accruals, payroll entries, revenue recognition, and other monthly close tasks.
Ensure timely and accurate reconciliations of all balance sheet accounts.
Establish and maintain appropriate internal controls.
Oversee multi-state tax compliance, payroll tax filings, and registered agent coordination.
Work with external firms on purchase accounting for completed and future acquisitions, including opening balance sheets, goodwill, and earnout accounting.
Document accounting positions and prepare technical memos for auditors.
Serve as an integral role in annual financial statement audit preparation and completion.
Support deal diligence, quality of earnings, and post-close integration.
Play a significant role in the financial integration of acquired entities, including chart of accounts mapping, policy alignment, and systems integration.