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PartsBase Inc.Financial Controller
PartsBase Inc., recognized as the world's largest online aviation marketplace and community connecting thousands of businesses across over 140 countries, is seeking a Financial Controller. This…
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PartsBase Inc., recognized as the world's largest online aviation marketplace and community connecting thousands of businesses across over 140 countries, is seeking a Financial Controller. This fully remote position operates in a team-focused environment and acts as the senior technical authority for accounting, tax, financial reporting, and audit functions. The chosen professional will manage and closely monitor the work of the accounting team, direct core financial deliverables, and collaborate directly…
Job Description
PartsBase Inc., recognized as the world's largest online aviation marketplace and community connecting thousands of businesses across over 140 countries, is seeking a Financial Controller. This fully remote position operates in a team-focused environment and acts as the senior technical authority for accounting, tax, financial reporting, and audit functions. The chosen professional will manage and closely monitor the work of the accounting team, direct core financial deliverables, and collaborate directly with the Chief Operating Officer, the Director of Finance and Operations, and executive leadership.
This hands-on, player-coach role is designed for a self-directed individual who can build processes and policies from the ground up within a fast-paced, high-growth setting. The Controller will elevate the documentation and completeness of the financial close, unify multiple entities under consistent U.S. GAAP standards, and prepare the organization for its initial financial statement audit. Key duties include owning the monthly, quarterly, and annual close, overseeing federal and state income tax provisions under ASC 740, managing SaaS revenue recognition under ASC 606, and leading system integrations such as transitioning from Sage Intacct to Workday. The position requires availability during core Eastern Time business hours and suits a detail-oriented expert with a forward-looking mindset focused on leveraging AI and automation to enhance financial operations.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary technical authority on U.S. GAAP, accounting policy, and technical accounting for leadership
- Direct the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes involving journal entries, reconciliations, and flux analyses
- Supervise and review detailed accounting tasks performed by the team across accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, benefits, commissions, and intercompany balances
- Manage federal and state income tax provisions under ASC 740 and evaluate returns prepared by external partners
- Establish audit preparedness by building schedules and workpapers while acting as the main liaison to external auditors
- Oversee multi-entity accounting, consolidations, and revenue recognition compliance for SaaS, event operations, and subscriptions under ASC 606
- Design and enforce an internal control environment along with drafting technical accounting policy memos
- Set automation goals and integrate AI tools into finance and accounting workflows to boost scalability and efficiency
- Guide the accounting aspects of upcoming system implementations, including billing tools and the ERP migration from Sage Intacct to Workday
- Advise sales, operations, and executive management on the financial and tax impacts of pricing, contracts, and strategic initiatives
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting from an accredited institution
- Active Certified Public Accountant license
- More than 10 years of progressive accounting experience with direct ownership of external reporting, technical accounting, and financial closes
- Extensive tax background encompassing ASC 740 provisions, indirect tax, sales and use tax, and managing external tax advisors
- Extensive audit background covering audit readiness and leadership of external audits
- Demonstrated expertise in U.S. GAAP standards including ASC 606, ASC 740, and software capitalization rules
- Demonstrated ability to review detailed accounting work including payroll, commissions, and reconciliations
- Proficiency with accounting systems, enterprise resource planning software, and advanced spreadsheet tools
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Taxation, or a related field
- Public accounting background at a national or Big 4 accounting firm
- Prior experience utilizing advanced analytics, automation, or artificial intelligence for financial workflows and reconciliations
- Background working in SaaS, technology, or data-driven company environments
- Familiarity with financial reporting tools, Stripe, Ramp, and billing or commissions automation software
Core Skills
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is this a remote position?
Yes, this is a fully remote position that requires availability during core Eastern Time business hours.
What is the salary for this role?
The posting does not specify a salary range, noting that compensation will be added by HR.
What are the core educational requirements?
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited institution and an active CPA license, while a Master's degree is preferred.
What kind of experience is needed for tax and audit?
The role requires extensive tax experience with ASC 740 provisions and external tax return reviews, alongside substantial audit background involving audit readiness and managing external audits.
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