About the Role

We are looking for an experienced US Finance Controller to independently manage the end-to-end finance and accounting function for a US-based SaaS/software business, operating from our Gurugram office.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience managing the finance function of a US SaaS/software company from India, with strong knowledge of US GAAP, ASC 606 and SaaS revenue recognition.

This is a hands-on leadership role. The person will be expected to take ownership of the complete finance function, supported by 1–2 junior team members, and work closely with US management, auditors, tax advisors and other external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

1. US Finance & Accounting

- Own the complete day-to-day finance and accounting function for the US business.
- Manage the monthly, quarterly and annual financial close process.
- Review and supervise general ledger, journal entries, accruals, prepayments and account reconciliations.
- Manage accounts receivable, accounts payable and cash management.
- Prepare and review monthly management accounts and financial reporting.
- Maintain appropriate accounting policies, processes and internal controls.
- Prepare cash-flow forecasts and support budgeting and financial planning.
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls and automation.

2. SaaS Revenue Recognition / ASC 606

- Own and oversee revenue accounting in accordance with US GAAP and ASC 606.
- Analyse SaaS/customer contracts and identify performance obligations.
- Determine appropriate revenue recognition treatment for subscription, implementation, professional services and other revenue streams.
- Manage deferred revenue, contract assets/liabilities and revenue recognition schedules.
- Review new contracts and non-standard commercial arrangements from an accounting perspective.
- Ensure appropriate treatment of contract modifications, renewals, upgrades, cancellations and refunds.
- Work with commercial and operational teams to ensure accurate and timely revenue recognition.

3. US GAAP & Financial Reporting

- Ensure financial statements and accounting records comply with applicable US GAAP requirements.
- Prepare/review balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules.




- Develop and maintain appropriate accounting policies and documentation.
- Support year-end audits and provide required schedules and documentation.
- Coordinate with external auditors and respond to audit queries.

4. US Tax & Compliance

- Coordinate with external US tax advisors/CPAs for federal and state tax compliance.
- Review and provide financial information required for US federal and state tax returns.
- Have sufficient understanding of US tax requirements to identify issues and coordinate their resolution with external advisors.
- Support tax provision and related accounting requirements, where applicable.
- Coordinate other statutory/compliance requirements applicable to the US entity.

5. Team Management

- Manage and supervise 1–2 junior finance/accounting professionals in India.
- Allocate responsibilities and establish appropriate review controls.
- Review work performed by the team and ensure accuracy and timely completion.
- Build efficient processes that enable the finance function to operate effectively from India.
- Train and develop junior team members.

6. Business Partnering

- Act as the primary finance contact in India for the US business.
- Work directly with US management and other stakeholders.
- Provide financial analysis and insights to support business decisions.
- Explain accounting implications of commercial transactions and new business arrangements.
- Coordinate with banks, auditors, tax advisors, legal advisors and other external stakeholders as required.

Required Experience & Qualifications

- 7–12 years of relevant finance and accounting experience, preferably with significant experience in US accounting.
- Proven experience working with US-based SaaS, software or technology companies.
- Prior experience managing US finance/accounting operations from India is strongly preferred.
- Strong working knowledge of US GAAP.
- Robust practical knowledge of ASC 606 and SaaS revenue recognition.




- Experience with deferred revenue and contract accounting.
- Exposure to US federal and state tax compliance / tax returns.
- Experience working with US auditors and tax advisors.
- Strong experience in month-end close and financial reporting.
- Experience managing a small finance team.
- Excellent Excel and financial analysis skills.
- Experience with accounting/ERP systems such as NetSuite, QuickBooks, Sage Intacct or similar would be an advantage.

Preferred Candidate Profile The ideal candidate will have experience not only in running an established US SaaS finance function but also in supporting acquisitions, onboarding new entities and transitioning their finance and accounting operations into a centralised India-based finance team.

The candidate should be comfortable working independently and should not require a large finance team or extensive supervision.

The successful candidate should be able to take ownership of the finance function from transaction processing through financial reporting, revenue recognition, audit coordination and tax support, with the assistance of 1–2 junior team members.

Key Competencies

- Strong US GAAP knowledge
- Strong ASC 606 / SaaS revenue recognition expertise
- Hands-on US accounting experience
- Analytical and problem-solving ability
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to work independently
- Strong ownership and accountability
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to interact confidently with US management
- Strong process and control orientation
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

What Success Looks Like

Within the role, the candidate should be capable of independently running the India-based finance function for the US SaaS business, ensuring:

- Accurate and timely monthly financial close
- Appropriate ASC 606 revenue recognition
- Reliable management reporting
- Strong balance sheet and accounting controls
- Timely audit and tax support
- Effective cash-flow and financial planning
- Proper documentation and compliance
- Efficient management of the India finance team

This is a hands-on Controller role for someone who can build, manage and operate the finance function — not simply supervise an accounting team.

📌 US Finance Controller – SaaS / US GAAP (Gurugram)
🏢 Sole Proprietor
📍 Gurugram