Controller

NetBrain•Burlington, MA

22d•$200,000 - $300,000

About The Position

NetBrain is seeking a Controller to own the accounting function for a fast-growing, private equity-backed SaaS business at approximately $100M in ARR. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who has operated in a PE portfolio company environment and understands the discipline, speed, and rigor that sponsors expect — while also building scalable processes to support continued growth (including potential future exit or add-on M&A activity). The Controller will lead all core accounting operations, drive the monthly close, own technical accounting and SaaS-specific revenue recognition, manage external audit and banking relationships, and serve as a key partner to the CFO on financial reporting, controls, and board/sponsor reporting.

Requirements

10–15+ years progressive accounting/finance experience, including prior VP Controller, Controller, or Assistant Controller experience at a SaaS or subscription-based company
Prior experience in a PE-owned or PE-backed portfolio company strongly preferred; comfort with sponsor reporting requirements and pace
CPA required; public accounting background (Big 4 or national firm) strongly preferred
Deep, hands-on expertise in ASC 606 revenue recognition for SaaS/subscription models
Experience leading external audits and building SOX-ready or audit-ready control environments
Strong systems background (NetSuite, Sage Intacct, or similar mid-market ERP); experience with rev rec tools (e.g., Zuora, Chargebee, Maxio) a plus
Track record of scaling accounting processes and teams through periods of rapid growth
Excellent communication skills; comfortable presenting to the CFO, board, and PE sponsor
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; MBA a plus but not required

Nice To Haves

SOX-readiness a plus
experience with rev rec tools (e.g., Zuora, Chargebee, Maxio) a plus
MBA a plus but not required

Responsibilities

Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process; drive continuous improvement to reduce close timeline (target: 5–7 business days)
Prepare and review consolidated financial statements in accordance with US GAAP
Deliver accurate, timely reporting packages for the CFO, PE sponsor, and board of directors
Serve as the technical accounting authority, particularly ASC 606 revenue recognition for multi-element SaaS arrangements (subscription, usage-based, professional services, multi-year contracts)
Own accounting for capitalized software development costs (ASC 350-40), stock-based compensation, leases (ASC 842), and business combinations as needed
Draft technical accounting memos for non-routine transactions and maintain the accounting policy manual
Design, implement, and maintain a scalable internal controls environment appropriate for a PE-owned company preparing for potential future audit rigor (SOX-readiness a plus)
Own the annual audit relationship end-to-end; manage the external audit firm, PBC lists, and timeline
Ensure compliance with multi-state sales tax, franchise tax, and other indirect tax obligations common to SaaS businesses
Drive ERP and accounting systems strategy (e.g., NetSuite, Sage Intacct); own subledger integrations with billing/CRM/revenue recognition tools
Build and document scalable processes and controls that support the company's growth trajectory and PE reporting cadence
Manage day-to-day banking relationships, debt covenant compliance and reporting, and cash management
Support due diligence workstreams for potential financing events, add-on acquisitions, or a future sale process
Build, mentor, and scale the accounting team as the company grows
Act as a thought partner to the CFO on capital structure, reporting cadence, and sponsor communications