Corporate Controller

Job Description

Job Description

About Dealerware

Dealerware transforms the automotive retailers of today into the mobility network of tomorrow. Launched in 2016, Dealerware manages tens of thousands of vehicles at dealerships in North America across every major manufacturer brand. Dealerware is committed to being a people-first culture and a great place to work for all, with flexible scheduling, unlimited PTO, extensive benefits, and a leadership team that defaults to being supportive and accessible. Dealerware was recently backed by growth investors Wavecrest Growth Partners and Radian Capital and is entering an accelerated phase of growth and product expansion. In 2026, Dealerware was recognized by Built In as one of their Best Startups to Work for in Austin for the fifth consecutive year.

Dealerware’s team is currently hiring for a Corporate Controller. We are looking for a driven candidate to build and lead the accounting function at a fast-growing, investor-backed SaaS company. You'll own the monthly close, lead our GAAP audits, and set the technical accounting positions that underpin reliable financial reporting. With multi-entity US and Canada operations and an existing team to mentor, this is a high-ownership role for someone who has been a controller at a growing SaaS company and wants to design the processes, systems, and controls that scale us toward $100M+ in revenue. If you’re looking for a highly visible, hands-on role in which you will partner closely with the CFO to build an efficient, highly capable finance and accounting function, this is your opportunity.

As a Corporate Controller, you will:

• Lead and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process
• Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors and lead GAAP audits
• Oversee an existing accounting team and continue to develop and mentor staff
• Drive financial reporting accuracy and timeliness, including consolidated reporting and monthly deliverables
• Own ASC 606 revenue recognition, R&D capitalization (ASC 350-40), and purchase accounting (ASC 805) documentation
• Build and refine standard operating procedures (SOPs) across the accounting function
• Own the ERP strategy
• Support international operations, including multi-entity and intercompany accounting
• Drive multi-state sales tax compliance and federal/state income tax
• Strengthen internal controls and ensure compliance with GAAP
• Collaborate cross-functionally with FP&A, RevOps, Legal, and executive leadership
• Manage and develop the accounting team

Required qualifications:

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a Controller or Director of Accounting role at a SaaS or recurring-revenue software company
• CPA required
• History of leading GAAP audits, ideally in a PE-backed or post-acquisition environment
• Deep fluency in ASC 606 (multi-product SaaS revenue recognition), ASC 350-40 (R&D capitalization), and ASC 805 (business combinations)
• Hands-on NetSuite administration experience
• Experience with multi-entity, multi-currency accounting across US and at least one international jurisdiction

Dealerware offers you:

• Competitive base salary with bonus incentive eligibility
• Full benefits (medical, dental, vision, disability)
• 401(k) with company match
• On-demand educational courses via LinkedIn Learning
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education
• Unlimited paid vacation policy
• Flexible work
• Generous Paid Parental Leave program
• Modern office and a dynamic team in downtown Austin with free parking
• Friendly, small company environment with a progressive culture

Dealerware is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances. Dealerware's management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs and general treatment during employment.

 

*We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.