Stride · 7 hours ago
Controller
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$80K/yr - $120K/yr
5+ years expStride is a provider of cloud-based accounting and payroll solutions for small to mid-size businesses, particularly those in the technology sector. They are seeking an experienced Controller to oversee financial operations for multiple clients, provide financial leadership, and ensure compliance and accuracy in accounting processes.
ConsultingHuman Resources
Hiring Manager
Casey Seaborn
Responsibilities
Oversee and manage financial operations for multiple clients, with an emphasis on MSPs and technology services businesses, including financial reporting, cash flow management, and margin analysis
Review monthly financial statements and supporting schedules for accuracy and completeness prior to client delivery
Maintain familiarity with all client accounts on your team and provide coverage as needed to ensure consistent service delivery
Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, providing proactive financial insights and strategic guidance
Translate financial data into clear, actionable recommendations related to profitability, cash flow, and operational efficiency
Conduct periodic scope and service reviews to ensure alignment and identify opportunities for expanded advisory support
Support new client implementations by guiding onboarding, process alignment, and system setup in partnership with the implementation team
Ensure client requests and issues are addressed and communicated promptly and professionally
Prepare and review accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP
Manage month-end and year-end close processes for multiple clients, ensuring timely and consistent delivery
Oversee reconciliations of bank accounts, credit cards, and balance sheet accounts
Collaborate with clients to develop budgets, forecasts, and financial models aligned with business goals
Support the implementation and ongoing monitoring of KPIs and metrics, particularly for service-based and recurring-revenue models
Design and maintain effective accounting controls and standardized processes across client engagements
Coordinate with internal and external tax professionals to support sales tax, use tax, and other compliance requirements
Supervise, mentor, and review the work of accounting team members to ensure quality, consistency, and adherence to Stride standards
Promote best practices, documentation, and process improvement across engagements
Qualification
Required
Authorized to work in the United States
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA or CMA preferred)
Minimum of 5+ years of public accounting or outsourced accounting experience
Strong understanding of service-based accounting, ideally within MSPs, IT services, SaaS, or professional services
Proficient in cloud-based accounting platforms (QuickBooks Online, Xero) and Excel
High attention to detail with a consistently high bar for quality and accuracy
Strong analytical, strategic, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple clients and priorities simultaneously
Comfortable working in a fully remote, distributed team environment
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with both clients and internal stakeholders
Preferred
CPA or CMA preferred
Experience with PSA platforms such as Halo PSA, Autotask, or ConnectWise is strongly preferred but not required
Benefits
Health, Dental, and Vision benefits
Flexible PTO
Fully remote work environment
Collaborative, high-caliber team culture focused on ownership and results
Company
Stride
Stride provides timely, accurate and actionable bookkeeping and accounting, HR administration and compliance.
11-50 employees
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Funding
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Eric Page
CEO
Raja Kapadia
Partner
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