Financial Controller

Gatewise

Financial Controller

Houston, TX
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Financial Controller – Full-Time (Houston, TX, On-Site)

    Company Description

    ****Gatewise is a SaaS and Access Control company providing Centralized Access Control solutions for Multifamily communities of all sizes. Our Smart Access Control Solutions offer innovative ways to manage access, including phone-based access, Smart Gate Cameras, tap-to-open, self-guided tours, and model unit smart locks.

    With over 2000 customers nationwide, Gatewise is a rapidly growing industry leader. We manage payments to over 100 vendors and are scaling operations to support our expanding business.

    Role Description

    We are hiring our first in-house Financial Controller as part of our continued growth. Until now, our finance and accounting functions have been handled externally, but as we expand, we are bringing this role in-house to establish a strong financial foundation and build a finance team from the ground up.

    This is a full-time, in-office position based in Houston, TX. The Financial Controller will oversee all financial operations , ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance, and financial strategy execution.

    Key Responsibilities

    Lead all accounting and financial operations , transitioning from external to in-house processes

    • Prepare and maintain financial statements and journal entries

    • Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning

    • Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and vendor payments (100+ vendors)

    • Establish internal financial controls to support scalability

    • Handle tax compliance, audits, and regulatory reporting

    • Manage fixed assets, depreciation, and general ledger accounting

    • Partner with leadership on financial strategy and business growth

    Recruit and build a finance team as the company continues to grow

    Qualifications

    Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

    ✅ 10 + years of experience in accounting & financial management **
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    ✅ Strong expertise in GAAP, financial reporting, and compliance

    ✅ Experience in SaaS or technology companies (preferred)

    Experience leading finance functions or transitioning from outsourced to in-house

    ✅ Strong knowledge of financial systems, accounting software, and automation tools

    ✅ Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills

    Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent (preferred)

    ✅ Prior experience building and leading a finance team (preferred)

    Location & Work Setup

    Houston, TX (On-Site, Full-Time Position)

    Remote work is not available for this role