Controller

Whether they’re building great payment software or collaborating with a client, every CardFlight employee is committed to empowering small businesses to accept electronic payments with ease. Our team works primarily remote in over 25 US states with the ability to work in any US state and is passionate about delivering intuitive, reliable software that helps small businesses get paid. Joining CardFlight means being part of a fast-moving company, collaborating closely with talented teammates, and having a direct impact on simplifying payments for small businesses nationwide.

We’re currently looking for a Controller to take a key role on our United States location-neutral Finance team. This is a high-impact position for someone who wants to own, modernize, and scale the accounting function at a growing SaaS + payments company, while partnering closely with FP&A and our VP of Finance.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to maintain, automate, and continuously improve CardFlight’s accounting operations. Our finance function supports complex payments software (SaaS) and payment facilitation (PayFac) business lines, requiring strong ownership of month-end close, reconciliations, revenue and expense integrity, and financial reporting. We are intentionally investing in AI-enabled tools, automation platforms, and modern accounting workflows to reduce manual effort and scale efficiently.

The Controller will operate as a lean, one-person accounting team, supported by mature SOPs, comprehensive documentation, and a growing automation stack. You will work closely with the VP of Finance to ensure accurate, timely financial reporting and strong alignment between accounting actuals and forecasts. As the business grows, you will help evaluate when and where additional support (e.g., junior staff or contractors) is warranted.

In this role, we especially value:

• Ownership mindset — comfort taking full responsibility for outcomes, not just tasks
• Automation and systems curiosity — eagerness to replace manual processes with scalable tools
• Sound judgment and adaptability — ability to operate effectively in a fast-changing, high-growth environment

The position is U.S. location-neutral and fully remote, with opportunities to gather in person as a company and as a Finance team throughout the year.

What You’ll Do

Accounting Ownership & Month-End Close

• Own the full month-end close process, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and variance analysis
• Ensure timely, accurate, and GAAP-compliant financial statements
• Maintain the general ledger, chart of accounts, and accounting policies
• Partner with FP&A to ensure department-level P&Ls and actuals align with forecasts and budgets

PayFac & Payments SaaS Accounting

• Own and continuously improve PayFac accounting and reconciliation processes across revenue, fees, settlements, and cash
• Reconcile multiple data sources (processors, banks, internal systems) and manage exception handling
• Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Risk, Product, and Engineering to ensure data integrity and scalable processes

Automation, AI & Systems

• Implement and own accounting automation tools across close management, reconciliations, AP/AR, and reporting
• Identify opportunities to replace manual workflows with AI-enabled or rules-based automation
• Help build and maintain a modern finance tech stack that supports scale with minimal incremental headcount

Audit, Tax & Compliance

• Serve as primary owner for audit readiness and external audit support
• Coordinate tax filings, sales tax processes, and required compliance reporting
• Maintain strong internal controls and documentation

Team & Capacity Planning

• Operate as a lean, independent accounting function while evaluating if/when additional support is needed
• Help assess the need for use of junior staff or overseas contractors as business complexity and volumes grow
  
  

What You’ll Bring To The Table

• 7–10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including ownership of month-end close
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and operational accounting best practices
• Experience in SaaS, fintech, payments, or PayFac environments (strongly preferred)
• Demonstrated success implementing accounting automation or modernizing finance processes
• Comfort operating as a “hands-on” Controller in a lean team environment
• Strong analytical skills and ability to partner with FP&A on forecasts and reporting
• Proficiency with modern accounting systems and tools (e.g., QBO, NetSuite, AP automation tools, close software)
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally

Why You'll Love Being A Part Of Our CardFlight Team

• US location-neutral work environment
• Home-office equipment stipend
• Flexible paid time off
• Employee Engagement (Lunch & Learns, team building events)
• Learning & Development culture
• Comprehensive health benefits
• Competitive compensation and company ownership/stock options
• And more!!

As part of providing a great new‑hire experience and setting you up for success, all new hires are required to attend an in‑person onboarding session on their first day of employment. During this session, you’ll meet with a member of our People Team to help guide your onboarding, connect with a few local employees, and get an introduction to our culture and processes. The company covers all costs for this onboarding, including reasonable travel expenses, meals, and hotel accommodations. You will be asked to arrive the day before your official first day (typically a Sunday), and hotel expenses will be covered through the night of your onboarding day. You can choose one of the following onboarding locations (unless special accommodations are required, which can be discussed if applicable):

• Atlanta, GA
• Lincoln or Omaha, NE
• Nashville, TN
• New York City, NY

Our signature product, SwipeSimple, is used by 125,000+ small businesses across the country. SwipeSimple is a software solution that enables small businesses to accept payments seamlessly via phone, tablet or computer. SwipeSimple is sold through a partner network comprising financial institutions, merchant service providers, and independent sales organizations. The solution is also sold directly by CardFlight through SwipeSimple Connect.

The target cash compensation range for this role is between $135,000-$165,000 annualized, consisting of an annualized base salary of $125,000 to $155,000 and an annualized target bonus of $10,000. In addition to a competitive base salary, this position is also eligible for cash bonus and equity awards based on factors such as experience and performance. At CardFlight, we lead with respect for one another, our customers and business partners, vendors, and prospective employees. Our objective is to ensure CardFlight team members are passionate about the growth of our company, supported in their personal growth and development, and connected to their colleagues. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.