Controller
GrowthLoop
Summary
Join GrowthLoop, a leading AI-powered marketing platform, as their Controller! This hands-on role requires overseeing all accounting tasks, from bookkeeping to M&A integration, ensuring compliance, and producing accurate financial statements. You will partner with an external accounting firm for audits and tax filings, and drive efficiency improvements in financial systems and processes. The ideal candidate possesses a CPA, 5+ years of accounting management experience (including 2+ years in SaaS/tech), and strong GAAP understanding. GrowthLoop offers a competitive salary ($150,000-$175,000), equity participation, remote-first culture, flexible schedules, unbounded PTO, and comprehensive benefits including platinum health insurance and a 401(k) match.
Requirements
- Bachelorβs degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA required
- 5+ years of experience in accounting at a management level or higher, with at least 2 years in a SaaS or tech startup environment
- Hands-on experience managing the full accounting cycle, including general ledger, reconciliations, and month-end close
- Proficiency in SaaS-specific accounting complexities, including revenue recognition and deferred revenue
- Demonstrated ability to improve financial systems and implement scalable processes
- Experience working with external auditors and managing audits and tax preparation from start to finish
- Strong understanding of GAAP and compliance requirements
- Self-starter with exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
- Experience with QuickBooks Online or similar accounting software; advanced Excel skills required
- Proven ability to collaborate across teams and communicate financial information to non-financial stakeholders effectively
Responsibilities
- Oversee all accounting tasks, including management of the general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, and monthly close processes
- Manage the monthly reconciliation of all key accounts including P&L revenue, deferred revenue, deferred commissions, accruals, prepaids, and other key balance sheet accounts
- Ensure timely and accurate preparation of monthly financial statements and compliance with GAAP
- Partner with external accounting firm to complete annual audits and tax filings
- Drive improvements to internal financial controls, systems, and processes to scale with company growth
- Implement best practices for SaaS-specific accounting, including revenue recognition, deferred revenue, and commission expenses
- Develop and maintain scalable processes for accurate and efficient financial reporting
- Support M&A activities, including integration of acquired entities into accounting systems and processes
- Prepare monthly and quarterly reporting packages for internal and external stakeholders
- Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, including ASC 606, and industry best practices
- Oversee state and local compliance for sales and use taxes, working with third-party advisors as needed
Benefits
- The estimated salary for this role is $150,000-$175,000
- This role also includes participation in our equity program as part of the total compensation package
- Remote-First Culture
- Flexible schedules and goal-based workstyle
- Unbounded PTO
- Monthly Recharge Days
- Free Platinum Health Insurance with Aetna
- 401(k) Program with Generous Company Match
- Quarterly Hackathons to focus on team passion projects
- Education Stipend towards your professional development
- Spot bonuses for major milestones and product feature graduations
- Opportunities for career progression and dynamic collaboration across teams
- Equity incentives for employees making an impact