Financial Controller (US GAAP)
Description
A US-based IT service company is seeking an experienced Financial Controller with strong US GAAP expertise. In this role, you will own the end-to-end accounting operations and financial reporting across a multi-entity international business (US, UK, HK, SG), ensuring accurate consolidation, strong internal controls, and compliance with US GAAP.
This is a hands-on managerial role where you will lead a team of three and work closely with the Director of Finance to support financial reporting, process improvements, and strategic decision-making across the business.
COMPANY Atlas Technica is a fast-growing US-based tech company, founded in New York in 2016 and focused on providing IT services to the hedge fund sector. The company has scaled rapidly and now has 200+ engineers across 10+ locations globally.
Location/Type: Remote Hours: EST inclined Reports to: Director of Finance
RESPONSIBILITIES: Close & Financial ReportingLead monthly, quarterly, and annual close; prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and consolidations in accordance with US GAAP Own company-wide reporting — income statement, balance sheet, cash flow, variance analyses, and management reporting packages
Accounts Payable, Receivable & TreasuryOversee AP/AR, credit and collections, vendor management, and billing accuracy; drive DSO and working capital improvements Manage treasury and cash flow forecasting; monitor liquidity, banking relationships, and covenant compliance
Controls, Compliance & AuditEstablish and continuously improve internal controls, accounting policies, and SOPs; maintain audit readiness Coordinate and lead external audits; manage auditor requests, PBC lists, and issue resolution Ensure tax compliance across sales/use, property, payroll, and income tax in coordination with external advisors
Technical AccountingLead revenue recognition compliance (ASC 606), including contract review, performance obligations, and variable consideration Manage fixed assets, capitalization policies, lease accounting, and depreciation schedules Oversee payroll accounting and benefits-related entries
Systems & Process ImprovementEvaluate and optimize automation across close, AP/AR, expense management, and fixed assets; partner with IT/Finance on ERP configuration and integrations
Strategic Finance SupportSupport M&A diligence and integrations, including opening balance sheet and purchase accounting Provide budget vs. actual analyses, departmental spend tracking, and support annual planning and rolling forecasts in partnership with FP&A
Team Leadership & Strategic Partnership Mentor, develop, and scale the accounting team; set priorities and quality standards Serve as a strategic partner to the Director of Finance on accounting impacts of business decisions, risks, and opportunities
REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA/ACCA strongly preferred. 8+ years of progressive accounting experience with at least 3 years in a supervisory or Controller/Assistant Controller capacity and management experience. Deep knowledge of US GAAP, accounting policy, and internal controls; and audit best practices. Advanced Excel/Sheets skills for modeling, reconciliations, and analyses; data hygiene and process mindset. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and team leadership skills; ability to translate accounting impacts for non-finance audiences. High level of integrity, judgment, logic, attention to detail, and commitment to deadlines. Experience in multi-state operations, multi-entity consolidations, and intercompany eliminations. Background in services, SaaS, or subscription/recurring revenue models. Prior involvement in M&A integration, purchase accounting, and system migrations.
WE OFFER: Direct long-term contract with a US-based company Full-time remote role B2B set-up via SP (ФОП in $USD) Competitive compensation Annual salary reviews and performance-based bonuses Company equipment provided for work Professional, collaborative environment with the ability to influence strategic decisions Opportunities for growth within a scaling global organization
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