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This is your chance to shape the finance function at scale in a dynamic tech company.\n\nCompensation / Benefits401k and medical/dental coveragebonus eligibilitycomprehensive total rewards package\nResponsibilitiesOwn monthly, quarterly, and annual close with continuous improvement to shorten close time (target 5–7 business days)Prepare and review consolidated US GAAP financial statementsDeliver timely reporting packages to CFO, PE sponsor, and boardAct as technical accounting authority for ASC 606 revenue recognition in multi-element SaaS arrangementsManage accounting for capitalized software development costs, stock-based compensation, leases, and business combinations as neededDraft technical accounting memos and maintain accounting policy manualDesign and maintain scalable internal controls, with SOX-readiness as a potential goalLead annual external audit; manage audit firm, PBC lists, and timelinesEnsure multi-state indirect tax compliance (sales, franchise taxes)Drive ERP and accounting systems strategy (NetSuite, Sage Intacct); oversee subledger integrationsBuild scalable processes and controls to support growth and PE reporting cadenceManage day-to-day banking relationships, debt covenants, and cash managementSupport due diligence for financing events, add-on acquisitions, or exit processesBuild, mentor, and scale the accounting teamAct as a thought partner to the CFO on capital structure and sponsor communications\nKey requirements10–15+ years of progressive accounting/finance experiencePrior VP Controller, Controller, or Assistant Controller experience at a SaaS/subscription companyPE-owned/PE-backed portfolio company experience preferredCPA required; Big 4 or national firm background preferredDeep hands-on ASC 606 revenue recognition for SaaS/subscription modelsExperience leading external audits and building SOX-ready controlsStrong systems background (NetSuite, Sage Intacct) with rev rec tools like Zuora, Chargebee, Maxio a plusTrack record of scaling accounting processes and teams during rapid growthExcellent communication skills; able to present to CFO, board, and sponsorBachelor's in Accounting or Finance; MBA a plusKnowledge of tax obligations for SaaS businessesExperience with capitalized software costs (ASC 350-40) and leases (ASC 842)Experience with business combinations and policy/memo draftingexcellent communicationleadership and mentoringstrategic partnering with executivesASC 606 (SaaS revenue recognition)NetSuite or Sage Intacctrevenue recognition tools (Zuora, Chargebee, Maxio)","company":"Netbrain Technologies","rawCompany":"netbrain technologies","city":"Somerville","state":"MA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-15T04:56:50.704Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-3031.01","title":"Treasurers and Controllers","slug":"treasurers-and-controllers"},{"code":"13-2011.00","title":"Accountants and Auditors","slug":"accountants-and-auditors"},{"code":"43-3031.00","title":"Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks","slug":"bookkeeping-accounting-and-auditing-clerks"}],"industries":[{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"},{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"541219","title":"Other Accounting Services","slug":"other-accounting-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Controller","description":"Overview\nIn this role you will own the accounting function for a fast-growing, PE-backed SaaS business, driving the monthly close and technical accounting. 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