What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controller position at Futurex?
Overview
We are seeking a Controller to own day-to-day accounting operations and financial integrity for a high-growth enterprise technology company delivering mission-critical cryptographic security platforms, including Hardware Security Modules (HSMs), Key Management, PKI, and data protection services across on-premises, hybrid, and cloud environments.
This is a hands-on, operator-level accounting leadership role for someone who thrives in a lean environment and is comfortable being close to the details—owning close, revenue recognition, audits, and internal controls—while partnering closely with executive leadership to support growth.
The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, experience in enterprise technology revenue models, and the discipline required to scale accurate, audit-ready financial operations.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting & Financial Operations
Required Experience & Qualifications
We are seeking a Controller to own day-to-day accounting operations and financial integrity for a high-growth enterprise technology company delivering mission-critical cryptographic security platforms, including Hardware Security Modules (HSMs), Key Management, PKI, and data protection services across on-premises, hybrid, and cloud environments.
This is a hands-on, operator-level accounting leadership role for someone who thrives in a lean environment and is comfortable being close to the details—owning close, revenue recognition, audits, and internal controls—while partnering closely with executive leadership to support growth.
The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, experience in enterprise technology revenue models, and the discipline required to scale accurate, audit-ready financial operations.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting & Financial Operations
- Own all core accounting functions, including:
- General ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll coordination, and cash management
- Monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
- Preparation of timely, accurate financial statements
- Ensure accounting accuracy and consistency across all entities and revenue streams
- Maintain detailed supporting schedules and documentation
- Own revenue recognition under GAAP and ASC 606 across:
- Hardware products
- Software licenses and subscriptions
- Cloud, managed, and professional services
- Partner with Sales, Legal, and Operations to:
- Review contracts for proper accounting treatment
- Support multi-element and multi-year deal structures
- Ensure accurate billing and revenue timing
- Design, implement, and maintain strong internal controls
- Prepare for and manage external audits and financial reviews
- Coordinate tax filings and compliance with external advisors
- Ensure audit-ready processes for a business serving regulated enterprise customers
- Own and optimize accounting systems (ERP, billing, reporting tools)
- Drive process improvements and automation to support scale
- Develop accounting policies and procedures as the business grows
- Manage and mentor accounting staff as the team grows
- Act as a key partner to the CFO/Head of Finance and executive team
- Provide accurate financial data to support planning, forecasting, and decision-making
Required Experience & Qualifications
- 8-12 years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including:
- Controller, Assistant Controller, or senior accounting leadership roles
- Strong background in:
- Enterprise technology, infrastructure, security, or cloud companies
- Hardware, SaaS, and services-based revenue models
- Deep working knowledge of:
- GAAP and ASC 606 revenue recognition
- Complex customer contracts and billing structures
- Proven ability to operate hands-on in lean or scaling finance organizations
- CPA strongly preferred
- Consistently clean, on-time closes with minimal adjustments
- Accurate, defensible revenue recognition and financial reporting
- Audit-ready controls and documentation
- Scalable accounting processes that support continued growth
- Health, dental, vision, life, and short/long-term disability insurance
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
- Competitive compensation and opportunities for advancement
- Retirement plan with employer contribution match
- Welcoming, family-style corporate culture uniquely suited to fast-paced, entrepreneurial, and motivated individuals
- One of San Antonio's "Best Places to Work" for nine consecutive years