We are a high-growth, private equity–backed SaaS company seeking a Junior Controller to establish and run our internal accounting function. As our first in-house accounting hire, you will be responsible for handling all day-to-day accounting activities, preparing accurate financial reports, and ensuring compliance with GAAP and tax regulations. This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives on ownership and is excited to help build the foundation of a scalable accounting function. This role reports directly to the CFO.
Key Responsibilities
Day-to-Day Accounting
- Record and reconcile all accounting transactions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash, payroll, and accruals.
- Manage the general ledger and maintain accurate account reconciliations.
- Handle customer invoicing, collections, and vendor payments.
- Process employee expense reimbursements and corporate credit card reconciliations.
Monthly & Annual Close
- Own the month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries and reconciliations.
- Prepare monthly financial statements and supporting schedules for CFO review.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and SaaS revenue recognition rules (ASC 606).
Compliance & Reporting
- Support preparation of tax filings and annual audit requirements in collaboration with external auditors and tax advisors.
- Establish and maintain proper documentation of accounting policies and procedures.
- Assist investor/PE and board reporting as required.
Systems & Process Improvement
- Manage accounting and billing systems (QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar).
- Evaluate and transition to new accounting and billing system
- Integrate with other platforms (e.g., ADP Payroll, Hubspot. T&E) to ensure accurate reporting as needed.
- Recommend and implement process improvements for efficiency and scalability.
Required Skills & Experience
- 3–6 years of hands-on accounting and billing experience, ideally in a PE-backed SaaS or software company.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and month-end close procedures.
- Proficiency with accounting software (QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar) and Excel.
- Experience with external auditors and managing an audit
- Experience with SaaS revenue recognition (ASC 606) and deferred revenue accounting
- Experience with selecting and implementing new accounting and billing system is preferred
- Experience with transitioning from outside accounting provider and establishing in-house accounting and related processes is a plus
- Detail-oriented, organized, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Comfortable in a start-up or high-growth environment where processes are still being built.
Successful Candidates Will Demonstrate:
- Ability to work in a collaborative team environment while also being able to execute work independently
- Ability to problem-solve complex issues independently and with a team
- Meet timelines and deadlines while producing high-quality work
- Ability to identify the big picture in all components of decision making using the top-down thinking approach
- Ability to balance internal and external customer wants and job responsibilities
- Eagerness to learn and the ability to adapt to company culture
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers, team members, and customers
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, high energy, and can-do attitude
Educational Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or on CPA track strongly preferred).
Currently, Campfire is working remotely with the exception of bi-weekly in office time.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
We do not accept unsolicited 3rd party resumes.
