hireneXus · 17 hours ago
Corporate Controller
hireneXus is a Private Equity Backed SaaS organization seeking a Corporate Controller to oversee the accounting affairs of the organization and its affiliates. This leadership role involves ensuring compliance with GAAP, preparing financial statements, and managing the accounting team as the company scales rapidly.
Human Resources
Responsibilities
Serve as the process owner for all financial accounting activities of the Company and its affiliates
Act as the Company’s subject matter expert for Accounting, GAAP, and applicable financial standards. Develop, document, maintain, and support Company accounting policies and procedures
Maintain the Company’s system of accounts, including entity consolidation and intercompany accounting methodologies
Direct the accounting organization across General Ledger, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, payroll, and fixed assets to ensure clean financial records and optimized working capital
Oversee daily accounting operations, ensuring timely and accurate recording of all financial transactions in compliance with internal controls
Manage the monthly and quarterly close process, preparing consolidated financial statements and supporting schedules
Furnish internal financial reporting for management and external reporting for third parties such as banks, insurance providers, lenders, and other stakeholders
Provide leadership in strengthening financial controls, safeguarding confidential financial information, and ensuring compliance with lender agreements and statutory requirements
Partner with FP&A and the CFO to support preparation of the annual budget, monthly forecasts, and variance analysis
Coordinate and manage relationships with external auditors, ensuring the Company receives a clean audit opinion within defined timelines and budgets
Support tax compliance and preparation for federal, state, and local filings, including payroll tax and sales & use tax, in collaboration with outside specialists
Provide leadership in M&A accounting integration, supporting due diligence reviews and coordinating acquisition activities with internal teams, sponsors, and external advisors
Identify opportunities to automate and streamline accounting processes to improve efficiency as the Company grows
Lead, develop, and evaluate the Accounting Department team, ensuring appropriate training, performance management, and resource allocation
Support CFO and executive leadership with Board reporting requirements and other strategic initiatives
Perform additional responsibilities as assigned
Qualification
Required
BA/BS Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
CPA and Public Accounting experience strongly preferred
10+ years of progressive accounting and controllership experience, ideally in high-growth environments (SaaS, or Private Equity-backed companies a plus)
Strong knowledge of US GAAP reporting, compliance, and audit requirements
Technology savvy, with experience implementing or managing ERP/GL systems and overseeing accounting software vendors
Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial reporting tools
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with experience presenting to senior leadership, boards, lenders, and external partners
Ability to manage multiple priorities, lead cross-functional initiatives, and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Entrepreneurial, proactive problem-solver with a continuous improvement mindset
Ability to effectively translate complex financial concepts to both finance and non-finance stakeholders
Preferred
CPA and Public Accounting experience strongly preferred
Experience with M&A due diligence and acquisition integration helpful