Controller

Claritas Rx

. Direct and control all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and month-, quarter-, and year-end close activities .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeSouth San Francisco • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $180,000 - $220,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in accounting operations, including compliance with ASC 606/IFRS 15, financial modeling, and revenue recognition in SaaS environments. Proven ability to lead teams, manage finance systems, and drive process improvements for accurate financial reporting.

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ASC 606/IFRS 15 ComplianceNetSuite MasteryBudget Vs Actual ReportingFinancial ModelingTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

General Ledger ManagementAccounts PayableAccounts ReceivablePayroll ProcessingRevenue RecognitionFinancial Statement PreparationTax Filings ManagementCash ManagementRisk ManagementContract-to-Revenue Lifecycle Management

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsMentoringAccountability

Tools & Technologies

NetSuiteBillAvalaraFinancial Systems Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or FinanceMaster's Degree PreferredCPA Preferred

Industry Keywords

SaaSRecurring-Revenue BusinessesHigh-Growth EnvironmentsPrivate EquityDigital Health Solutions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Direct and control all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and month-, quarter-, and year-end close activities
Ensure compliance with ASC 606/IFRS 15 revenue recognition standards across recurring and services revenue streams
Develop understanding of the billing and revenue cycle
Work with Revenue Operations and Legal to align contract terms with revenue recognition
Prepare periodic financial statements for management, investors, and auditors
Drive Budget v Actual reporting for leadership
Update the company’s financial model with the CFO, test assumptions, and support forecasts
Manage finance systems including NetSuite, Bill, Avalara, and related tools
Develop, document, and implement internal controls and scalable finance processes
Improve workflows and reconciliations across finance functions
Manage tax filings, sales/use tax, and regulatory compliance with external advisors
Manage external audit, tax, and valuation providers
Own cash management and risk management policies and enforcement
Supervise, mentor, and grow the accounting team
Drive accountability and professional development
Partner with a mission-driven team to support Claritas Rx’s AI- and predictive-modeling-enabled digital health solution for rare disease and specialty brands

Requirements

What you’ll need

San Francisco based
Hybrid model with 2 days per week in the South San Francisco office
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
Proven experience as a Controller in SaaS or recurring-revenue businesses
Deep technical knowledge of ASC 606/IFRS 15 for SaaS and service contracts
Mastery of NetSuite, Bill, and related accounting/finance systems
Experience with complex contracting, invoicing, and revenue recognition
Experience managing customers with multiple concurrent SOWs, mixed revenue types, and shifting delivery timeframes
Ability to manage the contract-to-revenue lifecycle
Track record designing and driving accounting and operational process change
Experience in high-growth, PE, or start-up environments preferred as ideal background
Hands-on FP&A experience, including Budget v Actual reporting, forecasting, and building or running an operating financial model
Ability to lead teams, scale systems, and deliver timely, accurate financial reporting
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Master’s degree or CPA preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible, collaborative work environment
Unlimited PTO
Stock options
Shared learning and collaboration
Respectful and fun work environment
Employee empowerment through effective use of technology and tools
Regional town hall gatherings approximately every other month for employees within a reasonable driving distance
Competitive salary and benefits package
Professional development opportunities
Equipment provided directly by the company
No candidate fees or payments during hiring
Multiple video-call interview process