# Controller for a SaaS Company

> OnlyExperts · Philippines (Remote) · Full-time · Posted 2024-09-04

**Workplace:** remote

## Description

### Job Title: SaaS Company Controller

**Position Overview:** The SaaS Company Controller will be responsible for overseeing all accounting activities, ensuring the integrity of financial information, and supporting strategic financial decisions. The ideal candidate will be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with extensive experience in the SaaS industry, including both large accounting firm experience and direct experience within a company. This role requires a seasoned professional with at least 12 years of progressive accounting experience, who can lead a finance team, manage complex financial operations, and drive financial strategy in a fast-paced environment.

**Key Responsibilities:**

-   **Financial Reporting & Compliance:**

-   Oversee the preparation and accuracy of all financial statements, ensuring compliance with US GAAP, regulatory requirements, and internal policies.
-   Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
-   Manage the annual audit process, liaising with external auditors and ensuring compliance with all reporting requirements.

-   **Budgeting & Forecasting:**

-   Develop and manage annual budgets, forecasts, and financial models to support business planning and decision-making.
-   Analyze financial performance against budgets and forecasts, providing insights and recommendations to senior management.

-   **SaaS-Specific Financial Management:**

-   Manage and optimize key SaaS metrics, including ARR, MRR, churn, LTV, CAC, and customer retention costs.
-   Oversee revenue recognition processes, ensuring compliance with ASC 606 and other relevant standards.
-   Implement and manage systems for tracking deferred revenue, renewals, and billing cycles.

-   **Cash Flow & Treasury Management:**

-   Monitor and manage cash flow, ensuring adequate liquidity to meet operational needs.
-   Develop strategies for optimizing working capital, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and inventory management.

-   **Internal Controls & Process Improvement:**

-   Design and implement effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure the integrity of financial reporting.
-   Continuously evaluate and improve accounting processes and systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

-   **Leadership & Team Development:**

-   Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
-   Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Finance, Operations, Sales, and IT, to support business initiatives and drive financial performance.

-   **Strategic Financial Planning:**

-   Partner with the executive team to develop long-term financial strategies and objectives.
-   Provide financial analysis and insights to support M&A activities, investment decisions, and other strategic initiatives.

## Requirements

**Qualifications:**

-   Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation is required.
-   12+ years of progressive accounting experience, with significant experience in the SaaS industry.
-   Experience in both large accounting firms and direct roles within SaaS companies is strongly preferred.
-   In-depth knowledge of SaaS business models, revenue recognition (ASC 606), and SaaS-specific financial metrics.
-   Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
-   Proven experience in managing complex financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
-   Excellent leadership skills with the ability to mentor and develop a high-performing team.
-   Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
-   Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
-   Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, QuickBooks).
-   Experience with M&A and other strategic financial activities is a plus.

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