VP, Accounting/ Controllership

Black Duck Software, Inc.•Burlington, MA

About The Position

Black Duck Software, Inc. helps organizations build secure, high-quality software, minimizing risks while maximizing speed and productivity. Black Duck, a recognized pioneer in application security, provides SAST, SCA, and DAST solutions that enable teams to quickly find and fix vulnerabilities and defects in proprietary code, open source components, and application behavior. With a combination of industry-leading tools, services, and expertise, only Black Duck helps organizations maximize security and quality in DevSecOps and throughout the software development life cycle. VP Finance Controller About Us Black Duck® meets the board-level risks of modern software with True Scale Application Security, ensuring uncompromised trust in software for the regulated, AI-powered world. Only Black Duck solutions free organizations from tradeoffs between speed, accuracy, and compliance at scale while eliminating security, regulatory, and licensing risks. Whether in the cloud or on premises, Black Duck is the only choice for securing mission-critical software everywhere code happens. With Black Duck, security leaders can make smarter decisions and unleash business innovation with confidence. Role Overview The VP Finance Controller will serve as a key financial steward, responsible for building scalable accounting operations, driving financial transparency, and supporting private equity reporting requirements. This executive will lead global accounting teams, implement best-in-class systems, and ensure the company is prepared for future liquidity events.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or equivalent certification
15+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience, including leadership roles in global SaaS or technology companies
Experience in a private equity-backed environment, with a strong understanding of investor expectations and value creation levers
Proven success in building finance functions for new or rapidly scaling companies
Deep expertise in US GAAP, international accounting standards, and multi-entity consolidations
Experience managing finance operations across North America, EMEA, and APAC

Nice To Haves

IPO readiness or public company experience
M&A integration and carve-out experience
Familiarity with NetSuite or similar ERP systems
Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Cybersecurity or enterprise software industry experience

Responsibilities

Build and lead the global accounting function from the ground up, establishing policies, procedures, and controls across all regions
Partner with the CFO and private equity sponsors to develop financial strategies aligned with value creation goals
Drive finance transformation initiatives to support rapid growth, scalability, and operational efficiency
Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness across all entities
Prepare consolidated financial statements in accordance with US GAAP and local statutory requirements
Lead external audits and ensure compliance with tax, legal, and regulatory obligations globally
Implement and maintain internal controls, with a focus on SOX readiness and IPO preparation
Support private equity reporting requirements including board packages, covenant compliance, and KPI dashboards
Collaborate with FP&A to deliver investor-grade financial insights and performance analysis
Participate in strategic initiatives such as bolt-on acquisitions, carve-outs, and exit planning
Recruit, mentor, and manage a high-performing global finance team
Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement
Establish clear KPIs and performance metrics for the controllership function
Lead ERP implementation or optimization (e.g., NetSuite) to support multi-entity, multi-currency operations
Evaluate and deploy automation tools to streamline accounting and reporting workflows
Integrate financial systems post-acquisition and ensure seamless consolidation