Financial Controller (US GAAP)

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 (US, UK, Ukraine, Hong Kong, Singapore).

We are seeking an experienced Financial Controller to lead the company’s accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal control framework. This is a managerial role, and you will oversee a team of three, guiding them to deliver accurate financial reporting, maintain strong internal controls, and ensure adherence to GAAP and company policies. You will work directly with the Director of Finance and play a key part in supporting decision-making and profitability across a multi-entity, service-oriented business.

Location/Type: Remote (Ukraine only)
Hours: aligned with EST (NY business hours)
Reports to: Director of Finance

Key Responsibilities

Financial Close & Reporting

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process.
• Review journal entries, reconciliations, consolidations, and financial statements in accordance with US GAAP.
• Own P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, variance analysis, and management reporting.

Accounting Operations

• Oversee AP/AR, billing accuracy, vendor management, and collections.
• Improve DSO, working capital, and operational cash management.
• Manage treasury, liquidity, cash forecasting, and bank relationships.

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Develop and maintain internal controls, accounting policies, and SOPs.
• Ensure audit readiness; coordinate external audits and reviews.
• Oversee tax compliance (sales/use, payroll, property, income tax) with external advisors.

Payroll, Revenue, and Asset Accounting

• Oversee payroll-related accounting, benefit reconciliations, and classifications.
• Lead revenue recognition compliance (e.g., ASC 606), including contract review, performance obligation assessment, and variable consideration methodology where applicable.
• Manage fixed assets and capitalization policies, lease accounting, and depreciation schedules.

Systems, Processes & Automation

• Optimize close, AP/AR, billing, and expense workflows; drive automation.
• Collaborate with IT/Finance on ERP configuration and system integrations.

Strategic Finance Support

• Provide budget vs actual analysis and support FP&A with planning and forecasting.
• Advise leadership on accounting impacts of operational and strategic decisions.
• Support M&A diligence and integration efforts, purchase accounting, and policy alignment.

Team Leadership

• Lead and mentor the accounting team; ensure high-quality execution and clear priorities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA/ACCA strongly preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 3+ years in a Controller or supervisory role.
• Deep knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls, and audit standards.
• Experience with multi-entity and multi-state operations, consolidations, and intercompany eliminations.
• Background in services, SaaS, or subscription/recurring revenue models.
• Advanced Excel/Sheets skills (models, reconciliations, analyses).
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Experience with M&A integration or system migrations is a plus.
• High integrity, attention to detail, and a strong ownership mindset.

What Atlas Technica Offers

• Direct long-term contract with a US-based company
• Full-time remote role aligned with EST
• B2B set-up via SP (FOP 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