Controller

Salary Range: $90,000 – $120,000 per yearBenefitsHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insurancePaid time offWork Location: In personCompany OverviewBeyond Bancard is a rapidly growing payment technology and merchant services company specializing in electronic payment processing solutions for both traditional and high-risk industries. Supporting thousands of merchants nationwide, Beyond Bancard partners with multiple banking institutions and processing platforms to deliver customized payment solutions where others cannot.As the company continues to scale, we are focused on strengthening our financial infrastructure, enhancing operational controls, and building a best-in-class finance and compliance organization that is audit-ready and positioned for long-term growth.Position SummaryWe are seeking an experienced and highly detail-oriented Controller to lead and strengthen the company's accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and audit readiness initiatives.This role will play a critical leadership position in preparing the organization for ongoing internal audits, improving financial processes, implementing scalable controls, and ensuring compliance across all accounting and operational functions. The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, understands the importance of structure and accountability, and can build processes that support a rapidly evolving payments organization.The Controller will work closely with executive leadership, banking partners, auditors, and cross-functional departments to ensure financial accuracy, operational transparency, and regulatory preparedness.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Leadership & ReportingOversee all day-to-day accounting operations including general ledger, reconciliations, accounts payable/receivable, payroll oversight, and month-end closePrepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statementsDevelop executive-level financial reporting packages, KPI dashboards, and cash flow analysisAssist leadership with budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and strategic planning initiativesEnsure compliance with GAAP and applicable accounting standardsInternal Controls & Audit ReadinessLead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of internal accounting and operational controlsEstablish standardized policies, procedures, and documentation practices across departmentsPrepare the organization for internal audits, external audits, lender reviews, and banking partner due diligenceIdentify operational, financial, and compliance risks and implement corrective action plansMaintain detailed audit trails and ensure financial documentation is organized, accurate, and easily retrievablePerform periodic internal reviews to evaluate control effectiveness and operational efficiencyPartner with leadership to strengthen governance, accountability, and financial transparency throughout the organizationCompliance & Risk ManagementHelp ensure compliance with banking, payment processing, and financial reporting requirementsSupport risk mitigation initiatives related to merchant processing, reserves, chargebacks, and financial exposureAssist with lender reporting requirements, covenant tracking, and financial compliance obligationsCollaborate with underwriting, risk, operations, and executive teams to improve company-wide financial controlsProcess Improvement & SystemsEvaluate existing accounting workflows and implement scalable systems and automationImprove efficiency and accuracy across accounting and finance operationsAssist with ERP/accounting system optimization and reporting enhancementsCreate SOPs and operational documentation to support scaling and cross-department consistencyTeam LeadershipManage and mentor accounting and finance staffFoster a culture of accountability, accuracy, urgency, and continuous improvementWork cross-functionally with operations, risk, underwriting, sales, and executive leadership teamsQualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fieldCPA preferred5+ years of accounting or finance leadership experience, preferably as a Controller or Assistant ControllerStrong experience with internal controls, audit preparation, compliance, and financial reportingExperience preparing organizations for internal or external auditsDeep understanding of GAAP, financial operations, and accounting best practicesStrong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skillsAdvanced Excel and financial systems proficiencyExperience building scalable accounting processes in high-growth environmentsAbility to operate both strategically and hands-onExcellent communication and leadership abilitiesExperience in payments, fintech, banking, or merchant services is preferredIdeal CandidateThe ideal candidate is someone who:Understands the importance of financial controls and operational disciplineCan identify weaknesses in processes and implement scalable solutionsIs highly organized and detail-orientedHas experience working in regulated or highly scrutinized financial environmentsCan confidently interact with auditors, banks, lenders, and executive leadershipWants to help build and strengthen the financial foundation of a rapidly growing fintech/payments company