The Assistant Controller will oversee accounting processes, develop policies, maintain the general ledger, support audits, and improve systems for scaling operations.
- Assist with the monthly and quarterly close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
- Develop and implement accounting policies and internal controls
- Support revenue recognition, deferred revenue, and complex billing structures
- Maintain the GL and oversee account reconciliations
- Partner with CFO on audit prep, tax filings, and board/investor reporting
- Assist in scaling accounting operations as ARR grows — potentially including billing, collections, and reporting automation
- Evaluate and improve systems for scale and efficiency, specifically integrations between the incumbent ERP system, Sage Intacct, with other critical components of the tech stack, HubSpot and ClickUp
- Support budgeting and forecasting activities as needed
- 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience
- Experience with Sage Intacct highly preferred; other ERP systems acceptable (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks Online Advanced with strong controls)
- CPA preferred but not required
- Strong understanding of GAAP; revenue recognition expertise is a plus
- Comfortable in a fast-paced, growth-stage environment
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and hands-on
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Annual salary range is $95,000 to $115,000 (commensurate with experience)
Fully remote work environment - Unlimited PTO
- 3% Employer Match SIMPLE IRA
- 100% Employer-paid Medical coverage, day 1
- $700/quarter training stipend and $75/month wellness reimbursement
- First-day eligibility for all benefits
Top Skills
Clickup
Hubspot
NetSuite
Quickbooks Online
Sage Intacct
Similar Jobs
Professional Services
The Assistant Controller oversees financial reporting, ensures compliance with regulations, manages tax requirements, and drives change within the accounting department.
Top Skills:
GaapQuick BooksSage Intacct
Food
The Assistant Controller oversees daily accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with GAAP, while leading financial processes and supporting cross-functional teams.
Top Skills:
CpaGaapNet Suite
Healthtech • Other • Social Impact • Software • Telehealth
The Assistant Controller will oversee accounting operations, improve financial processes, manage a team, and enhance system efficiencies for accurate reporting.
Top Skills:
Automation ToolsErp SystemsFinancial Reporting Software
What you need to know about the Boston Tech Scene
Boston is a powerhouse for technology innovation thanks to world-class research universities like MIT and Harvard and a robust pipeline of venture capital investment. Host to the first telephone call and one of the first general-purpose computers ever put into use, Boston is now a hub for biotechnology, robotics and artificial intelligence — though it’s also home to several B2B software giants. So it’s no surprise that the city consistently ranks among the greatest startup ecosystems in the world.
Key Facts About Boston Tech
- Number of Tech Workers: 269,000; 9.4% of overall workforce (2024 CompTIA survey)
- Major Tech Employers: Thermo Fisher Scientific, Toast, Klaviyo, HubSpot, DraftKings
- Key Industries: Artificial intelligence, biotechnology, robotics, software, aerospace
- Funding Landscape: $15.7 billion in venture capital funding in 2024 (Pitchbook)
- Notable Investors: Summit Partners, Volition Capital, Bain Capital Ventures, MassVentures, Highland Capital Partners
- Research Centers and Universities: MIT, Harvard University, Boston College, Tufts University, Boston University, Northeastern University, Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory, National Bureau of Economic Research, Broad Institute, Lowell Center for Space Science & Technology, National Emerging Infectious Diseases Laboratories
