About the role
Description
Assistant Controller, Technical Accounting and SaaS
About American Innovations American Innovations (
www.aiworldwide.com
) is a trusted leader in technology solutions that safeguard critical infrastructure across North America. From advanced compliance software to monitoring hardware and field services, the company delivers integrated tools that help customers operate safely, efficiently, and with confidence. Headquartered at 12211 Technology Blvd, Austin, TX 78727, American Innovations continues to set the standard for innovation and reliability in the industries it serves.
Position Overview
American Innovations is seeking an accomplished and hands-on Assistant Controller to support its expanding finance organization. Reporting directly to the Controller and partnering closely with the CFO, this role will be instrumental in strengthening daily accounting operations, enhancing financial reporting, and preparing the company for continued growth. This position is based in Austin and follows a hybrid schedule with three days per week in the office.
Key Responsibilities
Actively manage the close process and produce clean, audit-ready financials monthly.
Drive compliance to SaaS-related accounting, including revenue recognition and deferred revenue management
Lead the development of audit-ready PBC schedules and serve as a primary liaison with external auditors. Familiarity with QoE audits preferred.
Build/maintain the deferred revenue waterfall and rev rec memos.
Anticipate adjustments, normalize EBITDA add-backs, revenue quality issues like customer concentration or churn embedded in deferred revenue, and one-time items.
Ability to defend the numbers, being able to explain why a number is what it is under pressure and produce the supporting schedules fast
Collaborate with the Controller and CFO on process improvements, system enhancements, and scaling accounting workflows for a growth-stage environment
Strengthen internal controls and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
Manage general ledger activities, month end close processes, and account reconciliations
Prepare and review financial statements, supporting documentation and variance analysis
Support annual audits and ensure adherence to GAAP and internal control standards
Provide mentorship and guidance to junior accounting staff
Requirements
Qualifications
5–7 years of progressive accounting experience
Experience within SaaS or subscription-based business models
Background working in growth-stage or rapidly scaling companies
Proficiency with Microsoft Dynamics GP (Great Plains)
Demonstrated experience preparing for audits and producing PBC schedules
Strong understanding of GAAP and internal control frameworks
Highly hands-on, organized, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
CPA license preferred; active or inactive status will be considered
Benefits
American Innovations offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) plan
Generous PTO
Hybrid work environment (3 days in office)