Controller

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Controller. This position could be located in Manhattan, NY or Boston, MA. This could be a contract or hire role or straight perm hire.

Summary:
Are you a hands-on accounting leader who thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments and wants the opportunity to build, scale, and influence a finance organization from the ground up? Our client is seeking a seasoned Controller to serve as the company's most senior dedicated accounting leader, reporting directly to the VP of Finance & Commercial Strategy. This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of the entire accounting function, design scalable processes, and partner closely with executive leadership while supporting a rapidly growing, technology-driven business.

In this highly visible role, you will lead all aspects of accounting operations, including month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close, financial reporting, general ledger management, and US GAAP compliance. You will be the subject matter expert for complex revenue recognition across subscription, transaction-based, partnership, and affiliate revenue streams, ensuring compliance with ASC 606 and advising leadership on the accounting implications of strategic business decisions.

This role is ideal for a self-starter who enjoys both strategic leadership and hands-on execution. As the organization grows, you will have the opportunity to build and mentor an accounting team while serving as a trusted advisor to Finance, FP&A, Revenue Operations, Engineering, HR, and executive leadership. You'll play a critical role in shaping accounting policies, evaluating new business initiatives, supporting international expansion, and presenting key financial insights to senior stakeholders.

REQUIREMENTS:
* Active CPA strongly preferred
* 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting (Big 4 or equivalent)
* Deep expertise in US GAAP and ASC 606 revenue recognition
* Experience supporting SaaS, subscription, marketplace, fintech, e-commerce, or technology-enabled business models
* Proven success independently leading close processes, consolidations, technical accounting, and financial reporting in a high-growth environment
* Strong knowledge of payroll accounting, stock-based compensation (ASC 718), intercompany accounting, tax compliance, and multi-entity operations
* Ability to build processes from scratch, operate autonomously, and translate accounting complexity into meaningful business insights

Candidates currently serving as Controllers or high-performing Assistant Controllers ready to take the next step in their careers are encouraged to apply.

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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