Controller Jobs in Phoenix, AZ

Controller

We are seeking a hands-on, strategic Controller to lead our core accounting function and strengthen our financial infrastructure and our team as we continue to grow. This is a senior finance leadership role responsible for ensuring accurate, timely financial reporting in compliance with U.S. GAAP while maintaining a robust system of accounting policies, controls, and processes.

The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and can balance strategic oversight with active involvement in day-to-day accounting operations with a strong bent toward people leadership. The Controller will partner closely with cross-functional leaders, support business scalability, and oversee critical functions including month-end close, payroll, indirect taxes, and statutory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely periodic financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP
• Lead and manage the month-end and year-end close processes
• Enhance and optimize accounting and financial reporting systems
• Serve as NetSuite System Administrator (strongly preferred)
• Support revenue recognition and customer invoicing processes, ideally within a professional services or consulting environment
• Establish and maintain well-documented accounting policies and procedures
• Research and provide guidance on technical accounting matters related to contracts and business agreements
• Design, implement, and monitor internal controls to mitigate financial risk
• Ensure alignment between financial systems and evolving business processes
• Lead annual financial audits and coordinate external audit activities
• Oversee the preparation and filing of income tax, gross receipts tax, and sales tax returns
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and reporting requirements

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master's preferred)
• CPA strongly preferred; CMA a plus
• 8+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, ideally within a small to mid-sized, high-growth organization
• Demonstrated experience managing external audits
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and technical accounting
• Hands-on ERP experience; NetSuite administration strongly preferred
• Proven ability to effectively lead and develop accounting teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Adaptability and a continuous improvement mindset

Preferred Requirements

• Collaborative mindset with the ability to build strong partnerships across Finance, Operations, and leadership teams
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment where processes are still being built and ambiguity is expected
• Hands-on leadership style with the ability to dive into the details while also maintaining strategic oversight
• Intellectual curiosity and willingness to learn, adopt, and optimize new tools and technologies
• Flexible and resilient, with the ability to navigate shifting priorities, tight deadlines, and frequent context switching

Key Competencies:

• Analytical mindset with a keen attention to detail.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong leadership skills with a collaborative and team-oriented approach.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment energized by constant motion rather than drained by it
• Builds strong relationships and partnerships across the organization, as well as the finance team
• Ability to adapt to evolving business needs and drive continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated with a high sense of urgency and the ability to prioritize effectively.
• Willingness and ability to work longer hours and outside of traditional office hours as needed to keep timelines on track and communicate with colleagues in multiple time zones
• Flexible and not frustrated by changing priorities, context switching, and tight deadlines
• Demonstrates a regular approach to work that is highly consistent with our company values and company culture
• Ability to work successfully in a low-distraction remote/work-from-home environment.

About Isos Technology Isos Technology partners with organizations to streamline, optimize, and modernize the way they work. As an Atlassian Platinum Solution Partner, our solutions combine Atlassian technology, industry expertise, and operational best practices to drive impactful business outcomes for clients. Clients trust our experience in service management, cloud upgrades, enterprise strategy and planning, AI adoption, and support services to create lasting value. Founded in 2005, Isos has helped thousands of commercial and public sector clients transform how they work and unlock the full potential of their organization.

This position is primarily a work from home position and we consider applicants throughout the United States. We support pay transparency and the On-Target Earnings (OTE - which includes base salary, bonus, and other incentives) range for this position is between $160,000- 200,000 combined plus a suite of employee benefits, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan with an employer contribution. Actual compensation can vary based on qualifications, experience, additional incentive opportunities, and geographic pay differentials.

Isos Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, color, age, physical or mental disability, spousal affiliation, marital status, a serious medical condition, genetic information, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Candidates must be willing to participate in and successfully pass a background check and be authorized to work in the United States. Isos Technology is also an E-Verify participating employer.

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