Position:           VP Controller, well funded, rapidly growing, pre-IPO SaaS company

Location:          Santa Monica, CA

Our client, a well funded, growing, pre-IPO SaaS company, is looking for a Controller to lead their accounting team and work with the CFO to prepare the company for an IPO. This is a newly created position and is the #2 finance professional in the company.  

Company Highlights:

• Innovative, game-changing software solution for their target clients
• Monthly recurring revenue growth is in the top 10% of all SaaS companies
• Company is led by SaaS industry veterans who have successfully launched other software companies
• Strong, supportive P/E partners who have invested in the company
• Collaborative, fun working environment in a fantastic Santa Monica location

Responsibilities include:

• Manage the accounting team and all aspects of monthly accounting
• Ensure financial statements are prepared in accordance with GAAP
• Coordinate preparation for the annual audit and quarterly reviews
• Assist with implementation of NetSuite
• Coordinate special projects, analyses and duties as needed
• Work with the CFO and other executives to prepare the company for an IPO
• Prepare all SEC filing documents
• Ensure SOX compliance
• Review the annual operating budgets, plans and forecasts

Experience and skills required:

• 10+ years of professional work experience
• B.S. in Accounting/Finance, CPA required
• Big 4 or national CPA firm audit experience, combined with in-house accounting experience with a SaaS company (or another Recurring Revenue business model)
• Detailed understanding of accounting and reporting requirements, as well as internal controls and SOX experience
• Knowledge of GAAP accounting and SEC Reporting 
• Experience managing direct reports and the desire to lead, train and manage the work of others
• Be willing to be "hands-on", understanding what it takes to get things done in an early-stage, growing company
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organization and communication skills
• Prior IPO or IPO readiness experience is a plus

Compensation will include a market competitive base salary, bonus, and equity.