Job Description

Flexi is seeking a driven, hands-on Controller to help lead our accounting/finance function through this next stage of growth. Reporting to the CEO, the Controller will be responsible for owning the monthly close, financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls while supporting strategic decision-making through financial insight and operational discipline. This role will be an experienced accounting leader with deep technical expertise, GAAP mastery, and exposure to FP&A, ideally in a software or recurring-revenue environment.

This is a hybrid role based in Atlanta, Ga, with a preferred in-office presence of at least two days per week.

ABOUT FLEXI

Flexi Software has been a trusted provider of accounting solutions for over 30 years, offering both cloud-based and on-premise software tailored for organizations with complex accounting requirements, such as multi-entity and intercompany accounting. Our comprehensive suite includes modules like General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Purchasing, Fixed Asset Management, Project Accounting, Workflow Automation, Financial Reporting, and Budget Software. Serving industries including banking, insurance, financial services, credit unions, healthcare, and business process outsourcing, Flexi is renowned for its robust features, flexible deployment options, and exceptional customer support.

In January 2025, Flexi was acquired by Quality Standard, a permanent capital holding company that acquires and grows fintech and govtech software businesses with a long-term ownership mindset. Quality Standard is actively investing in Flexi's people, product, and operations.

Flexi's offices are located in Shelton, CT and Atlanta, GA. Quality Standard is headquartered in New York, NY.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Accounting & Financial Operations

• Lead and manage the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
• Ensure the accurate and timely preparation of GAAP-compliant financial statements
• Oversee general ledger integrity, reconciliations, and journal entry preparation and review
• Manage internal controls, accounting policies, and compliance standards
• Prepare and deliver timely financial reports and covenant compliance packages to lenders
• Manage and develop a small internal accounting team

Financial Planning & Reporting

• Support the CEO with annual budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow modeling
• Conduct variance analysis and develop actionable insights for business unit leaders
• Design and deliver reporting packages and dashboards to senior leadership
• Develop and continuously monitor financial and operational KPIs across departments to drive decision-making

Process Improvement & Systems

• Evaluate and enhance accounting processes to improve efficiency and scalability
• Support implementation and optimization of financial systems and tools
• Leverage automation and technology to streamline reporting and controls

Collaboration

• Act as a strategic partner to functional leaders ensuring financial visibility and discipline across departments
• Provide financial insights to support pricing strategies, margin optimization, and resource allocation decisions
• Collaborate with leadership to align financial plans with company-wide goals and operational execution

Requirements

• Between 5-7 years of experience as controller with total accounting experience of 15 years, including leadership of accounting or finance functions
• CPA preferred; public accounting experience strongly valued
• Thorough knowledge of U.S. GAAP, including revenue recognition under ASC 606 and other technical accounting standards
• Experience in a software, SaaS, or recurring-revenue business strongly preferred
• Proven track record managing monthly close processes and preparing financial statements
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Ability to lead and manage a small team or external partners with accountability
• Highly analytical and detail-oriented, with strong written and verbal communication skills
• Possess the ability to work in a changing, fast-paced environment while being a team player, willing to roll up their sleeves to do whatever is needed to deliver the customer experience we strive for
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
• Exhibit the Company’s core values: Do the Right Thing, Own It, Raise the Standard, Elevate Each Other

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Wired for ownership. You don't wait to be asked. When something looks off, you're already three steps into fixing it.
• Communicates with clarity. You translate financial data into plain language that leaders can actually act on.
• Thrives in a building environment. You're energized by creating things that don't exist yet and don't need a playbook handed to you.
• High integrity bar. You handle sensitive financial information with discretion as a default, not a reminder.
• Balances precision with pragmatism. You know when a 95% answer delivered on time beats a 100% answer delivered late.
• A genuine team player. You see your role as enabling better decisions across the business, not as a gatekeeping function.

Flexi provides excellent benefits including paid holidays and paid time off, a 401(k) Plan with company participation, health and dental insurance, life and disability insurance, and a vision discount plan.

Only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon positive criminal background check. No phone calls, please. Principals Only.

Drug-free workplace. M/F/V/H EEO