Controller (Remote US)
Directive
| Company | Directive |
| Category | Uncategorised |
| Location | Irvine |
| Remote | Remote |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Not stated |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 29 Jul 2026 |
| Last verified | 30 Jul 2026 |
| Source | Employer career page (ashby) |
Description
Directive Consulting is the leading B2B performance marketing agency that delivers real revenue—not just leads.
We use Customer Generation (a marketing methodology developed by us) to cut through the noise. Forget MQLs—we’re here to drive pipeline, fuel SQLs, and scale brands that are serious about growth. From Paid Media and SEO to CRO, RevOps, and Go-To-Market Strategy, we build marketing engines that win in SaaS and across B2B industries.
We move fast. We think boldly. We are elite. We hire people who challenge the status quo and push campaigns past what’s expected - sparking demand for bold, innovative brands. If you live for performance, love solving hard problems, and want your work to actually mean something, you’ll fit right in.
But here’s the fun part—we don’t just deliver results; we’re shaping the future of marketing. Ready to build something that breaks the mold?
About The Role
We’re a fast-growing company looking for a Controller to help shape how our finance function scales. Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, you’ll oversee our accounting operations, lead financial reporting, and drive automation and process improvements that fuel our growth. This is a high-impact role where you’ll work cross-functionally to provide insights into performance, manage team members, and leave your mark on how we build for the future.
What You’ll Do:
● Oversee the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions, ensuring accurate and timely processing of disbursements, client billing activities, and overall cash management
● Own the monthly revenue recognition process and related reporting
● Maintain integrity of the general ledger by overseeing weekly postings, journal entries, and account reconciliations; review and approve balance sheet schedules to ensure completeness and accuracy.
● Manage month-end and quarter-end close processes, including preparation and review of account reconciliations, accruals, prepaids, fixed assets, quarterly tax estimates and debt schedules
● Lead preparation of financial statements, management reporting, and variance analysis to provide insight into financial performance
● Supervise compliance-related filings (e.g., 1099s, business registrations, sales/use tax, other periodic filings)
● Support payroll processing through review of deductions, benefits, and reconciliation of payroll-related accounts
● Monitor vendor relationships, including contract compliance, W-9 collection, and timely payment execution
● Ensure adherence to internal controls, accounting standards, policies, and procedures; recommend and implement process improvements for efficiency and scalability
● Provide support for client audits, tax preparation, and other external reviews
● Collaboratively work with department leaders to understand financial performance
● Collaborate with HR on new hire onboarding, payroll system administration, and employee-related financial processes
● Mentor and manage accountant & two (2) interns, helping develop technical skills, ensuring accuracy in their work, and fostering professional growth
What You’ll Bring:
● Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Accounting
● 5+ years experience in relevant professional experience in general corporate accounting, experience in service-based company preferred
● Public accounting or Audit experience is a plus, but not required
● Experience or familiarity with GAAP accounting and monthly closing processes
● Ability to drive process improvements in efficiency & effectiveness
● Experience with NetSuite & proficiency in excel required, experience with Datarails is a plus.
● Exposure to automation tools and use of AI within Finance/Accounting disciplines
● Proven and measurable success in organizational skills and ability to adhere to timelines
● Meticulous attention to detail is crucial for ensuring the accuracy of financial records
● Takes initiative an
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