Controller

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Job Title:                                 Controller

Exemption Status:                   Exempt

Reports to:                              Chief Financial Officer

Location:                                 Tampa, FL office

Amount of Travel Expected:   N/A

Target Salary Range (if known):  $150,000 - $170,000   

Position Overview

The reason this position was created is…

The Controller leads the accounting function and is responsible for the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of all financial reporting.  This role oversees all accounting operation, general ledger, payroll, revenue recognition (SaaS), accounts payable and receivable, and the monthly close process.  The Controller establishes and maintains a strong internal control environment, ensures compliance with U.S. GAAP, and drives continuous improvement in processes, systems, and reporting. 

Position Summary

The most important ways for this person to spend their time each day is…

• Own and elevate financial operations and close processes
• Build and maintain a best-in-class control environment
• Deliver financial visibility and business insight
• Lead, develop, and scale the accounting team
• Drive systems, automation, and process improvement

Position Responsibilities

The most important tasks and responsibilities for this role are…

A “day in the life” will consist mainly of the following tasks and responsibilities:

• Lead core accounting operations and financial close
  • Own the general ledger, revenue recognition, reconciliations, and month-end close; ensure timely, accurate financial statements and reporting packages for leadership
• Ensure compliance, controls, and audit readiness
  • Design and maintain internal controls, enforce accounting policies, and lead external audits; ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable regulatory requirements
• Oversees SaaS revenue accounting and billing operations
  • Partner with Revenue Ops and Sales to ensure accurate contract review, billing, and revenue recognition; maintain integrity of subscription data and reporting
• Develop reporting and support strategic decision-making
  • Deliver financial packages, KPIs, and variance analysis; partner with FP&A and leadership to provide insights into performance and trends
• Lead and develop the accounting team
  • Recruit, mentor, and retain talent; establish clear roles, responsibilities, and performance expectations; foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
• Drive process and systems optimization
  • Evaluate and improve accounting systems, reporting tools, and workflows to support scalability and efficiency; implement automation where appropriate
• Support corporate initiatives and transactions
  • Prepare for and support due diligence, audits, and potential M&A or private equity transactions; ensure financial data integrity and readiness

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The most important character traits, qualifications, and experience needed to be successful in this position are…

• Strong technical accounting expertise

• Strategic and operational mindset
• Leadership and team development
• Analytical and problem-solving capability
• Systems and process orientation
• Experience in a SaaS or high-growth environment
• CPA required

Success Measures

The simplest, easiest way to prove this job is being done well is… (note how success will be measured/quantified with numbers and actions)

• Accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting
• Audit readiness and compliance
• Effectiveness of controls and process improvements
• Quality of financial insights and reporting
• Team performance and development
• Scalability and transaction readiness

Additional Benefits:

• Full-time
• Flexible schedule
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid time off