UpStaff Inc.
About Us UpStaff Inc. specializes in providing dedicated remote accounting professionals based in the Philippines, along with offshore staffing services for global companies. Our mission is to deliver cost-effective, high-quality staffing solutions that help businesses optimize their accounting functions, strengthen financial operations, and scale efficiently through skilled offshore talent. We are currently supporting a fast-growing, private equity-backed SaaS company and are looking for a highly capable Corporate Controller to lead and scale their finance function. About The Role We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Corporate Controller to lead accounting and financial operations in a high-growth SaaS environment. This role is ideal for a CPA with strong technical accounting expertise, experience in SaaS or technology companies, and exposure to private equity reporting and lender compliance. You will play a critical role in building a reliable, scalable accounting function, working across shared services, systems, and leadership to support both current operations and future growth. This is a high-impact leadership role requiring both strategic oversight and hands-on execution. What You'll Do: Accounting Operations \& Reporting Prepare monthly financial statements for multiple entities Validate monthly license revenue and recognition for other revenue types in accordance with ASC 606 Prepare journal entries for expense accruals, depreciation/amortization, re-allocations, deferred rent, and more Perform detailed reviews of the General Ledger and maintain balance sheet reconciliations Validate subscription, unit, and service revenue and make necessary adjustments Act as Finance approver for all employee expense reports via Concur Manage AR aging and collaborate with Client Success to resolve overdue invoices and determine quarterly allowance adjustments Oversee cash management for domestic and foreign bank accounts, including weekly payment approvals and monthly reconciliations Monitor banking covenants for compliance and prepare lender reporting packages Coordinate annual audits across jurisdictions (U.S., U.K., Netherlands), and support tax and audit preparation with external advisors Strategic Finance Support Prepare standard weekly, monthly and quarterly investor reporting Collaborate with FP\&A on budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis Contribute to strategic initiatives including M\&A due diligence, international expansion, and system implementations Recommend, document, and maintain strong internal controls, policies, and procedures Research and resolve accounting issues to ensure compliance with US GAAP Systems \& Process Improvement Administer the accounting tech stack including ERP, billing, and AP (Sage Intacct, Maxio, Tipalti) Lead projects to increase efficiency and automation of accounting operations Assess and improve ERP systems and financial tech tools to support scale and growth File monthly sales tax returns in nexus states and ensure compliance with all jurisdictional requirements, including Secretary of State filings. Team Leadership \& Culture Mentor and develop accounting team members Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration What You'll Need: Active CPA license required Bachelor's degree in Accounting; MBA or advanced degree a plus 3-5 years total accounting experience, in an accounting leadership role (Controller or Assistant Controller) SaaS or tech industry experience preferred; strong understanding of ASC 606 and deferred revenue Experience in private equity-backed environments and working with lender covenants Strong knowledge of US GAAP, financial controls, and audit readiness Very strong Excel skills and experience with financial systems such as Sage Intacct, NetSuite, or similar Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills Roll up the sleeves and get the work done kind of attitude Pay: Php200,000\.00 - Php250,000\.00 per month Benefits Work from home Work Location: Remote
UpStaff Inc.
