Controller (SaaS)

TL;DR

Controller (SaaS): Building and leading the accounting function with an accent on audit-readiness and establishing financial infrastructure to scale. Focus on managing US GAAP compliance, ASC 606 revenue recognition, and designing internal controls for future IPO readiness.

Location: Must be based in the USA (San Francisco, CA or Remote)

Salary: $200,000 – $235,000

Company

hirify.global is an early-stage startup building automation software for cybersecurity, privacy, and financial audit practitioners to enable trust in commerce.

What you will do

• Act as a strategic partner to Finance leadership to build and scale the accounting team.
• Own and improve month-end and quarter-end close processes, driving toward a 5-day close.
• Prepare accurate financial statements in accordance with US GAAP.
• Establish accounting policies for revenue recognition (ASC 606), stock-based compensation, and technical areas.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and treasury functions.
• Design internal controls and lead preparations for the company's first external audit.

Requirements

• CPA with public accounting/audit experience required (Big 4 preferred).
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Deep expertise in SaaS revenue recognition (ASC 606) and technical accounting.
• Experience leading companies through first-time external audits or IPO-readiness.
• Proven track record of building teams at high-growth companies (Series B–D experience).
• Experience implementing or optimizing financial systems like NetSuite.

Nice to have

• Public company or IPO experience.
• Experience with international entities and multi-currency accounting.
• Familiarity with SOX 404 compliance frameworks.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages with meaningful equity ownership.
• Remote-first work environment with flexible schedules.
• Comprehensive benefits including 401(k) and wellness programs with therapy sessions.
• Technology and Work from Home reimbursement.
• Supportive, inclusive team culture focused on professional growth.