Controller - Remote US

Job Title : Controller

Location : Remote (U.S.-based)

Reports to : CEO

Employment Type : Full-Time

Salary Range : $105,000 – $120,000

What You'll Do

Paragon Payroll is a fast-growing, remote-first payroll bureau and certified isolved partner, serving clients in high-compliance industries including cannabis. We are seeking a Controller with deep experience in payroll services or the PEO / bureau space to own our financial operations, enhance cash control, and drive margin visibility across our book of business.

This role is ideal for someone who has worked inside a payroll bureau, PEO, or HCM platform provider, understands how to manage client billing, tax payment flows, and vendor obligations - and thrives in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

• Oversee all accounting operations : client billing, A / R, A / P, general ledger, tax filings, and month-end close
• Produce accurate financial statements and internal dashboards
• Track client profitability and identify margin leakage in services

Cash Flow & Budgeting

Payroll Bureau Operations (Core Focus)

Systems & Automation

Compliance & Controls

Required Qualifications

Key Competencies

Growth Path

This is a key operational role with a direct path to VP of Finance or CFO as the company scales and reaches greater profitability. You'll be a foundational part of Paragon's next stage of growth.