Job description
Reports To: Chief Financial Officer
Direct Reports:
• Staff Accountant
• Part-Time Offshore Accounting Resource
Location: Hybrid/Remote (as applicable)
Position Summary
PeopleGrove is seeking a highly motivated and hands-on Corporate Controller to lead the company's accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance functions. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, this role will be a key member of the finance team and serve as the accounting leader for a growing SaaS business.
The Controller will own the monthly close process, financial statement preparation, revenue recognition, audit management, cash management support, and accounting policy development, while also partnering with the CFO on budgeting, forecasting, board reporting, legal, and operational analysis. This position is ideal for a proactive finance professional who enjoys building scalable processes, improving reporting capabilities, and serving as a trusted business partner in a growth-oriented software company.
As a senior member of a lean finance organization, the Controller must be comfortable operating both strategically and tactically, with the ability to move seamlessly between technical accounting, financial planning support, systems optimization, and day-to-day transaction review.
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• CPA required.
• 7+ years of accounting experience.
• Prior Controller, Assistant Controller, or Accounting Manager experience.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting.
• Experience with ASC 606 revenue recognition.
• Experience working in a recurring revenue or SaaS environment.
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.
• Experience with NetSuite ERP.
Preferred
• Public accounting background (Big 4 or regional firm).
• Experience with Maxio (formerly SaaSOptics/Chargify).
• Experience supporting venture-backed, private equity-backed, or growth-stage technology companies.
• Experience supporting annual audits and lender reporting.
• Familiarity with SaaS operating metrics and subscription business models.
• FP&A, budgeting, and forecasting experience.
Critical Success Factors
The successful candidate will:
Operate comfortably in a lean, high-accountability environment.
Balance strong technical accounting skills with business acumen.
Demonstrate ownership and a bias toward action.
Communicate effectively with executives and functional leaders.
Build scalable processes that support continued company growth.
Possess strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Thrive in an environment where adaptability and continuous improvement are highly valued.
Perks & Benefits
• Competitive salary + annual bonus
• Flexible PTO and hybrid/remote work options
• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401K with generous company match + financial planning
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Collaborative and purpose-driven culture
About Us
PeopleGrove empowers colleges and universities to deliver meaningful engagement and hands-on learning that drives measurable outcomes for students, alumni, programs, and institutions. From mentorship and career readiness to clinical placements and competency management, PeopleGrove helps institutions improve student preparedness, meet accreditation standards, and prove program effectiveness. The platform supports over 500 institutions and 750+ academic programs, including 98% of key clinical programs in the United States.
Learn how PeopleGrove is shaping the future through a comprehensive suite of solutions across the entire learner lifecycle– from student and alumni engagement to clinical experiential education, mentorship, and career readiness. Visit us at www.peoplegrove.com and follow us on LinkedIn.
Originally posted on Himalayas
Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.