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Controller

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A hands-on Corporate Controller leads and scales accounting and financial operations, overseeing monthly close, financial reporting, cash management, FP&A, compliance, and ERP systems across multiple entities in a fast-growing private equity-backed SaaS organization.

About this role

GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.

A growing, private equity-backed SaaS organization is seeking a Corporate Controller to lead and scale its accounting and financial operations. This is a high-visibility opportunity for a hands-on finance leader who enjoys combining technical accounting expertise with strategic business partnership in a fast-growing environment.

The Controller will oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, cash management, FP&A support, compliance, and financial systems across multiple entities. This role also provides an opportunity to strengthen processes, improve automation, and help build a scalable finance function as the organization continues to grow.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee monthly financial reporting, close activities, journal entries, and balance sheet reconciliations
  • Ensure accurate revenue recognition under ASC 606
  • Manage AR aging, cash management, bank reconciliations, and lender reporting
  • Support budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and investor reporting
  • Coordinate annual audits and work with external tax and audit advisors
  • Develop and maintain internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures
  • Lead accounting technology and ERP improvements, automation, and process optimization
  • Mentor and develop accounting team members

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; MBA preferred
  • Active CPA license required
  • 3–5 years of accounting leadership experience at the Controller or Assistant Controller level
  • SaaS or technology experience preferred, with strong ASC 606 knowledge
  • Experience in private equity-backed environments and lender covenant reporting preferred
  • Strong knowledge of US GAAP and financial controls
  • Advanced Excel skills and experience with Sage Intacct, NetSuite, or similar systems
  • Hands-on, analytical, and highly collaborative leadership style
  • Skills

    ASC 606CPAERPFP&AInternal ControlsNetSuiteSage IntacctUS GAAP

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