[Remote] Financial Controller (SaaS exp req; Growth path to CFO)

[Remote] Financial Controller (SaaS exp req)
Location: United States
Salary: $130,000 - $160,000 + Equity
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, 401k, PTO, + Stock Options
Job Type: Full-Time
Typical Hours: M-F, 9 AM – 5 PM
Start Date: ASAP
Sponsorship is not available

[Remote] Financial Controller (SaaS exp req.) Description

Our client in the SaaS industry is looking for a remote Financial Controller to lead day-to-day accounting, steer revenue recognition, and build scalable FP&A for their remote-first team. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will take ownership of financial reporting, revenue recognition, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management, while continuously improving systems and processes. In addition to traditional Controller responsibilities, you’ll take on FP&A tasks and contribute to systems automation. As a metrics-driven individual, you will develop dashboards to track KPIs and other key metrics to guide current and future financial decisions. This is an amazing opportunity to join a rapidly growing SaaS company that prides itself on culture and the development of every employee.

[Remote] Financial Controller (SaaS exp. req.) Responsibilities

• Lead accurate and timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
  • Ensure GAAP-compliant revenue recognition and financial reporting practices
  • Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis across departments
  • Manage cash flow, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and invoicing processes
  • Improve and automate financial systems, workflows, and reporting tools
  • Guide FP&A initiatives including financial modeling and scenario planning
  • Manage equity tracking and reporting through capitalization table platforms
  • Partner with executive leadership to provide actionable financial insights
  • Ensure financial goals and overall company objectives are aligned; ensure compliance, as well
  • Support capital-raising efforts and new business initiatives
  • Contribute to strategic pivots and growth into new verticals

[Remote] Financial Controller (SaaS exp. req.) Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required

• 5+ years of senior-level finance experience required
  • 3+ years of B2B SaaS experience required
  • 3+ years of GAAP, budgeting, forecasting, and FP&A experience required
  • Advanced revenue recognition experience required
  • QuickBooks Online experience required