Controller

A rapidly growing SaaS company is seeking a hands‑on Controller to lead the accounting function. This role requires prior SaaS experience and is ideal for someone who thrives in an early‑stage startup environment. Key Responsibilities Accounting & Close Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process. Prepare GAAP‑compliant financial statements. Manage the general ledger, accruals, deferred revenue, and account reconciliations. Collaborate with external accounting and tax advisors. Develop and maintain strong internal controls and documentation. Revenue Recognition & Contract Accounting Oversee SaaS revenue recognition across subscriptions, implementation fees, usage‑based billing, and multi‑year agreements. Ensure appropriate accounting treatment for government and public‑sector contracts, including delayed starts and appropriations‑based revenue. Partner with Sales, Customer Success, and Implementation teams to align contract terms with revenue recognition. Work with Sales leadership to improve CRM data accuracy and consistency. Ensure pipeline stages, close dates, contract values, and start dates are aligned with accounting and billing requirements. Reconcile CRM, signed contracts, billing, and financial system data. Validate pipeline assumptions and contract timing for revenue forecasting. Systems, Controls & Scale Own and improve accounting systems, billing workflows, payroll processes, and expense management tools. Strengthen data flow and integration between CRM, billing, and finance platforms. Support budgeting and budget vs. actual reporting. Implement and enhance processes to support audits, diligence activities, and future scalability. What We're Looking For Required 5+ years of accounting or finance experience. Prior experience in a VC environment Prior experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, or senior accounting leader. Strong, hands‑on ownership of the financial close process. Solid understanding of GAAP and SaaS revenue recognition principles. Experience partnering cross‑functionally with Sales and Operations. Ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment. Nice to Have Experience with government or public‑sector contracts. Experience working with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot). CPA or equivalent credential. Interest in expanding into broader finance leadership over time. Why Join High‑ownership Controller role with direct operational impact. Opportunity to build core financial infrastructure from the ground up. Exposure to complex revenue operations and SaaS scaling challenges. Clear path to increased leadership responsibilities as the company grows. Mission‑driven environment with meaningful real‑world impact. Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. Equal Opportunity Notice Highspring LLC (d/b/a Vaco by Highspring) and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we", "our", or "Vaco by Highspring") are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by applicable law. The company is also committed to ensuring that persons who need them are provided with reasonable accommodations; if an accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. #J-18808-Ljbffr Vaco by Highspring