Controller

Blackbird Recruiting•Montebello, NY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Controller will be responsible for overseeing all accounting operations, including monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, revenue recognition, financial reporting, team leadership, systems and process improvement, audit management, and tax compliance. This role requires a strong technical accounting foundation, experience in high-growth environments, and the ability to build structure and processes in a fast-paced setting. The ideal candidate will be strategic yet hands-on, with a proven track record in SaaS accounting and ERP systems like NetSuite.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Minimum of 10 years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
Experience as an early or first finance hire in a startup or high-growth environment strongly preferred.
Strong technical accounting foundation combined with the ability to operate strategically.
Demonstrated ability to build structure and processes in ambiguous, fast-paced environments.
In-depth knowledge of revenue recognition principles and their application in SaaS accounting, including ASC 606 and other relevant accounting standards.
Experience analyzing customer contracts, pricing models, and billing structures within SaaS businesses.
Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), particularly as they apply to SaaS and software businesses.
Experience with ERP and financial systems, including NetSuite.
Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
Ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on execution in a growing organization.

Nice To Haves

CPA certification highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Shorten and stabilize the financial close timeline.
Ensure GAAP-compliant financial statements and supporting schedules.
Continuously improve accounting processes, systems, and reporting timelines.
Oversee revenue recognition in accordance with ASC 606.
Review customer contracts and provide technical accounting guidance on non-standard transactions.
Develop consistent reporting for recurring revenue, retention, gross margin, and other key SaaS financial metrics.
Prepare and present financial statements, analysis, and financial insights to senior leadership.
Support board reporting and investor materials as needed.
Maintain comprehensive, accurate, and audit-ready documentation and supporting schedules.
Build, manage, and mentor a high-performing accounting team.
Establish a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration.
Provide strategic direction while remaining hands-on in day-to-day accounting operations.
Optimize ERP and financial systems to support business growth and scalability, including NetSuite.
Drive automation and process improvements across accounting workflows.
Develop scalable accounting infrastructure and controls as the organization grows.
Lead the end-to-end annual audit process and serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors.
Ensure timely preparation of audit schedules, supporting documentation, and technical accounting memos.
Establish and maintain audit-ready processes, documentation, and internal controls throughout the year.
Address audit findings, implement recommendations, and continuously strengthen the control environment.
Coordinate with cross-functional departments to ensure accurate and complete audit support.
Oversee federal, state, and local tax compliance, including income, sales/use, and other indirect taxes.
Manage relationships with external tax advisors while developing strong internal oversight and ownership.
Evaluate tax nexus, sales tax exposure, and compliance requirements as the business expands.
Support tax planning strategies and initiatives in partnership with external advisors and senior leadership.