Controller

Atera is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Controller to join our dynamic finance team.

This is a hands-on, high-impact role with significant responsibility over day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting, and driving process improvements. The ideal candidate will take full ownership of key processes, contribute to exciting ongoing projects, and help ensure compliance with accounting standards—all while helping us scale efficiently.

This position works closely with cross-functional teams including FP&A, Legal, and Operations to ensure accurate reporting and effective collaboration across departments.

Responsibilities:

Lead and support the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes in compliance with U.S. GAAP
Coordinate with external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits
Oversee daily accounting activities including general ledger maintenance, journal entries, and account reconciliations
Support implementation of accounting systems, automation tools, and internal controls
Ensure accurate revenue recognition in accordance with ASC 606 and support ongoing compliance
Take ownership of accounting processes and continuously seek opportunities to improve efficiency and accuracy
Leverage AI and automation tools to streamline workflows, enhance reporting, and improve decision-making
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment across reporting and compliance
Assist with special projects, financial analysis, and other ad hoc initiatives

Requirements:

Requirements:

Licensed CPA with 2–3 years of experience in an Assistant Controller or similar role (post-internship) – Required
Internship at a Big 4 accounting firm – Required
Experience with NetSuite or other ERP systems – Preferred
Experience with B2B SaaS companies – Preferred
Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
Strong Excel skills and analytical mindset
High attention to detail, organized, and accountable
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
Team player with confidence to work independently and cross-functionally
Proactive approach with a strong sense of ownership and follow-through

Some of our benefits

Atera is highly collaborative and yes, fun! To support you at work (and outside of it too) we offer some fantastic perks: Generous time off to relax and recharge, community volunteering days, an annual budget to support your learning & growth, ample time to learn from your teammates, fun events and overnights, and lots more!

More about Atera

Atera is transforming IT management with Action AI™—an Agentic AI technology that proactively and autonomously manages and optimizes IT environments. Atera’s all-in-one platform consolidates RMM, helpdesk, ticketing, and automation, empowering IT teams and MSPs to efficiently manage and protect infrastructure, automate tasks, and boost service quality by reducing downtime and improving SLAs. Trusted by over 12K customers in 120+ countries, Atera offers a scalable solution with per-tech pricing and unlimited devices, enabling organizations to drive growth and maximize organizational efficiency.