Controller

Now CFO•Austin, TX

10h•Hybrid

About The Position

NOW CFO is partnering with our client to identify a hands-on, strategic Controller to oversee core accounting operations while supporting financial visibility and business decision-making. This individual will play a key role in strengthening financial processes, improving reporting accuracy, and building scalable infrastructure to support continued growth. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, a proactive mindset, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance required
Prior Controller or senior-level accounting leadership experience required
8+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience
CPA required
Proficiency in QuickBooks Online, Bill.com AND Salesforce (all three are a must)
Advanced excel skills including pivot tables, index max command and data normalization.
Experience leading accounting clean-up efforts, including reconciliations, process documentation, and control improvements

Nice To Haves

MBA or CMA Preferred
Experience within professional services, healthcare, consulting, or similar environments preferred
Background in high-growth or entrepreneurial settings is a plus

Responsibilities

Partner with executive leadership to provide financial insights that support strategic decisions
Lead the annual budget process, forecasting cycles, and long-range financial planning
Prepare and deliver monthly financial reporting packages for leadership review
Develop financial models to evaluate new initiatives, pricing strategies, and profitability
Analyze operating results and communicate key trends, risks, and opportunities
Direct day-to-day accounting activities including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, billing, and revenue recognition
Ensure timely and accurate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
Maintain compliance with GAAP and applicable regulatory requirements
Oversee multi-state tax coordination and external reporting obligations
Monitor cash flow, banking activity, and overall liquidity position
Establish and maintain effective accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
Coordinate annual audit activities and serve as primary liaison with external auditors and tax advisors
Evaluate financial and operational risks and recommend appropriate safeguards
Support compliance with federal, state, and industry-specific requirements
Assess current financial systems and identify opportunities for efficiency and automation
Lead system enhancements, integrations, or implementations as needed
Build and maintain KPI dashboards and management reporting tools
Improve workflows to support scalability and reporting transparency
Support commission and incentive tracking accuracy
Provide guidance and oversight to accounting staff as applicable
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate revenue and expense tracking
Assist with special projects and strategic initiatives as they arise