Controller

Controller — Staffing Industry Location: Remote (Texas-based—DFW preferred; will consider Austin or Houston) Travel: Occasional (leadership meetings, conferences, in-person interviews as needed) Relocation: Not provided Lead the accounting function, drive operational excellence, and bring discipline to our high-performing remote team. What You Will Do Own day-to-day accounting operations (AP, AR, invoicing, financial reporting, audit). Build and enforce process cadence for a fully remote accounting team (on camera 80%+). Maintain the integrity of financial statements in accordance with GAAP and staffing industry best practices. Manage deferred revenue schedules, cash flow, and oversee monthly/quarterly/year-end closes. Integrate new acquisitions and support the launch of new business lines (e.g., property management division). Partner with compliance, sales, and operations teams on customer set-up, invoicing, and regulatory matters. Mentor, manage, and develop a Senior Accountant direct report. Drive dashboard/reporting improvements; leverage technology and AI tools where possible. What We’re Looking For 5+ years’ experience in a financial leadership role in staffing or adjacent services sector (required). Demonstrated success leading accounting teams in a remote, deadline-driven environment. Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks Online, bill.com (AP), and Paycor (payroll). Highly process-oriented with a passion for operational discipline and continuous improvement. Hands-on, “working Controller” mentality—comfortable rolling up sleeves. Strong communication and presentation skills; professional remote “presence.” Experience with M&A integration and/or supporting new business lines a plus. Not a fit for those seeking work-from-home flexibility for childcare/personal distractions. Required Skills & Experience Undergraduate degree in Accounting (CPA preferred). Extensive QuickBooks Online and Excel experience (pivot tables, modeling). Proven ability to manage and mentor staff in a high-volume, high-accountability environment. Experience in multi-entity and multi-state operations is a plus. What You Get $130K–$150K base salary (firm cap, targeting candidates comfortable in range for two years). Annual bonus (up to $12K, based on gross profit performance, paid as a year-end true-up). Comprehensive medical (details provided during process), STD, and other benefits. ~6 weeks PTO (200 hours vacation + 40 hours sick time per year, policy updating). 100% remote role with occasional travel for leadership meetings/events. The chance to shape the financial future of a growing, values-driven company. #J-18808-Ljbffr