Controller – SaaS Subscription Finance Lead

About the role

SuperSummary is seeking an experienced, hands‑on Controller to become the financial backbone of its rapidly growing SaaS subscription business. Reporting to the CEO and partnering with the VP of Operations, you will own the end‑to‑end accounting function while shaping budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the monthly close process, delivering accurate P&L, balance sheet, and cash‑flow statements.
• Manage revenue recognition under ASC 606/IFRS 15, including deferred revenue, chargebacks, cancellations, and prior‑period adjustments.
• Oversee subscription billing platforms (ChargeBee and Stripe) and ensure seamless data flow into the general ledger.
• Supervise the bookkeeper and maintain audit‑ready records.
• Build and maintain rolling forecasts, budgets, and KPI dashboards (MRR, ARR, churn, LTV, CAC).
• Prepare leadership reports and variance analyses for the executive team.
• Evaluate, automate, and modernize financial tools and workflows, including AI‑assisted reconciliation.

Required profile

• Proven experience building or running the accounting function at a SaaS or subscription‑based company.
• Comfortable closing books and developing forecasts and variance analyses.
• Deep understanding of consumer subscription economics, revenue recognition, and key subscription metrics.
• Desire to contribute strategically at the executive level, not just maintain spreadsheets.

Required skills

• ASC 606 and IFRS 15 revenue recognition.
• ChargeBee subscription billing platform.
• Stripe payment processing.
• Financial reporting and KPI analysis (MRR, ARR, churn, LTV, CAC).
• AI‑assisted reconciliation and financial workflow automation.