Associate Controller

Who We Are

First impressions matter. At Kicksaw, we're on a mission to transform the Salesforce consulting industry by putting our employees and customers first. As a leader in the Salesforce ecosystem, we help companies manage their implementation processes, drive greater efficiencies, and create unmatched client relationships.

About the Role

The Associate Controller is a key member of Kicksaw’s Finance team, reporting to the VP of Finance. In this role, you’ll own core accounting operations, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll administration, general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, and month-end close.

You’ll play an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, strengthening accounting processes, and supporting Kicksaw’s ability to scale with speed and discipline. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, proactive, highly organized, and excited to help build a strong accounting foundation within a growing, remote-first company.

Culture & Values at Kicksaw

We live by five values that guide everything we do:

• Care Deeply – For each other and our impact.

• Win Together – No one gets far alone.

• Own the Outcome – Lean in, speak up, solve it, own it.

• Raise the Bar – Aim higher every day.

• Be The Spark – Energy and passion are contagious.

As an Associate Controller, you’ll embody these values by maintaining financial accuracy, improving processes, collaborating across teams, and helping Kicksaw make sound financial decisions.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting Operations

• Complete ownership of day-to-day accounting activities and ensure financial records are accurate, complete, and timely.

• Manage accounts receivable processes, including invoicing, collections, and cash application.

• Manage accounts payable processes, including vendor payments, bill review, and payment tracking.

• Maintain the general ledger and support accurate account classification.

• Prepare and post monthly journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation.

• Complete balance sheet reconciliations and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.

• Support month-end and year-end close procedures with accuracy and timeliness.

• Design, document, and enforce internal controls appropriate for a scaling professional services firm

• Maintain the revenue recognition policy and apply technical judgment to new contract structures as they arise

• Maintain and enforce the close calendar; drive timeliness and accuracy across the team

• Manage consolidation across Kicksaw’s multi-entity structure, including intercompany eliminations and segment reporting

• Partnership and support with M&A and Integration Accounting

• Manage the annual audit process and serve as primary liaison with external auditors

• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local tax requirements; coordinate with outside tax advisors

• Support sales tax analysis and compliance across multi-state client engagements

• Manage compliance requests as needed.

Payroll & Employee Financial Programs

• Administer biweekly payroll through Rippling.

• Reconcile payroll-related accounts and coordinate with People Operations on payroll updates.

• Manage employee expense reimbursements and ensure compliance with company policies.

• Partner with FP&A on commission and bonus accrual calculations

• Support administration of employee financial programs, including 401(k), benefits-related finance processes, and other Finance-owned initiatives.

• Partner with internal teams and external vendors to ensure payroll, expense, and benefit-related financial data is accurate.

Reporting & Financial Support

• Prepare recurring financial statements, schedules, and reporting support for the VP of Finance.

• Provide accurate accounting data to support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.

• Partner with the Financial Analyst to ensure reporting inputs are accurate and complete.

• Assist with cash management, collections reporting, and operational finance visibility.

• Support ad hoc reporting and special finance projects as needed.

Systems, Process Improvement & Collaboration

• Own the accounting tech stack (accounting system, expense management, billing tools) and drive adoption of best practices

• Proactively identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, workflows, and controls.

• Help streamline month-end close and recurring accounting procedures.

• Document repeatable processes to support consistency and scalability.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with People Operations, Delivery, Sales, and other teams to support accurate financial operations.

• Experiment with and actively incorporate AI tools and technologies to enhance productivity, decision-making, and overall work quality.

• Assist in implementing new tools, systems, and Finance programs as Kicksaw grows.

Team Collaboration & Professional Growth

• Contribute to a Finance team culture rooted in accountability, accuracy, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• Provide guidance and support to junior team members where applicable.

• Communicate clearly and professionally with internal stakeholders.

• Actively seek and apply feedback to improve effectiveness and impact.

• Continue developing accounting expertise and staying current on relevant standards and best practices.

• Incorporate Kicksaw’s values into all work and interactions.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience.

• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and accounting best practices.

• Experience managing month-end close processes and balance sheet reconciliations.

• Experience with accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and general ledger accounting.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to prepare clean financial packages and document accounting policy clearly

• High proficiency in Excel and Google Sheets; comfortable building and maintaining reconciliation models from scratch

• Comfort learning and using financial systems, automation tools, and AI-enabled workflows.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA certification or progress toward CPA certification.

• Strong technical foundation in ASC 606 revenue recognition; Experience in a professional services, consulting, SaaS, or tech-enabled services environment.

• Experience working in a high-growth or PE-backed company.

• Experience with QuickBooks or similar accounting software.

• Experience with Rippling or similar payroll/HRIS systems.

• Experience supporting audit, tax, or compliance processes.

• Familiarity with multi-entity or multi-segment accounting

• Familiarity with Salesforce or PSA/project-based business models.

Why Join Kicksaw?

At Kicksaw, we believe in empowering our people as much as our clients. Here’s what you can expect:

• Fully remote work – Flexibility to do your best work from anywhere.

• Unlimited PTO – We trust you to balance work and life.

• Learning & development stipend – Certifications, training, or conferences.

• Wellness support – Stipends and initiatives to help you feel your best.

• Collaborative, values-driven culture – Work with a high-performing team that supports and challenges you.

• Clear growth path – Opportunities to advance into senior roles.

Kicksaw is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, parental or pregnancy status, marriage and civil partnership, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations will be made to meet the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and will be provided as requested by candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.