Sr. Director – Controller
| Company | DAT Solutions |
|---|---|
| Location | Seattle, WA, USA, Beaverton, OR, USA, Denver, CO, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s, Master’s |
| Experience Level | Senior, Expert or higher |
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation strongly desired.
- 12+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role (Controller, Director of Accounting, or similar).
- Demonstrated experience within complex Marketplace and/or SaaS business models is essential.
- Proven, hands-on experience leading both the definition/selection and the successful implementation of a major ERP system.
- Strong, in-depth knowledge of US GAAP, including revenue recognition (ASC 606), internal controls (SOX experience a plus), and financial reporting.
- Significant experience with Business Process Re-engineering (BPR) methodologies and successful execution of process improvement initiatives.
- Proven self-starter with the ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and drive initiatives to completion in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated passion for driving sustainable growth through sound financial management and strategic partnership.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization.
- Curiosity
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities
- Lead, manage, and develop a high-performing accounting team, fostering a culture of accuracy, control, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
- Partner closely with the CFO and executive team on strategic financial initiatives, providing critical insights and recommendations.
- Drive the financial control environment, ensuring compliance with GAAP and Roper policies.
- Oversee all core accounting operations, including month-end and quarter-end close processes, general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, and revenue recognition (specifically ASC 606 in a SaaS/Marketplace context).
- Ensure timely, accurate, and insightful internal and external financial reporting packages.
- Manage technical accounting research and implement new accounting standards as needed.
- Lead the strategic definition, selection, and implementation of a new ERP system, ensuring it aligns with business needs, enhances efficiency, and provides robust reporting capabilities.
- Champion business process re-engineering initiatives within the finance and accounting functions to optimize workflows, improve controls, and enhance scalability.
- Continuously evaluate and improve accounting policies, procedures, and systems to support growth and changing business requirements.
- Develop, implement, and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure the integrity of financial data.
- Manage external and Roper audits and ensure timely completion and clean audit opinions.
- Collaborate effectively with FP&A, Sales, Operations, Product, and other departments to provide financial insights and support business decisions.
- Develop and monitor key financial metrics and KPIs to track performance and drive accountability.
- Support M&A activities, including due diligence and integration, as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
- MBA or Master’s degree in Accounting/Finance.
- Experience in a Private Equity-backed or high-growth technology company.
- Big 4 public accounting experience.
- Experience with M&A due diligence and integration.
- Experience utilizing AI-enhanced functionality within ERP systems to improve financial reporting accuracy, automate routine accounting processes, and extract actionable business insights from financial data.