Controller

This is a hybrid position based at our Plano, Texas headquarters, with in-office presence required Tuesday through Thursday each week. About the Job Tapcheck has reached the stage where accounting stops being a back-office function and becomes infrastructure. We move money across multiple payment rails and banking partners, recognize revenue across several product lines, and are building toward the audit and controls posture a company on this trajectory requires. The Controller owns that build. This is a hands-on leadership role with a wide surface area. The general ledger, monthly close, revenue accounting, accounts payable, tax, and the external audit relationship all sit with you. Year one is about establishing a control environment that holds up under scrutiny and a team that can operate it without you in the room. You will report to the CFO today, with a VP of Finance & Accounting joining as the function scales. Either way, you will have real latitude to define how accounting works here - the standards, the systems, and the people. What You'll Do Audit Readiness & Internal Controls - Own the design and buildout of Tapcheck's internal control environment, from risk assessment and process narratives through control operation and evidence retention - Lead the external audit end to end: scoping, PBC management, technical positions, and issue resolution - Establish the documentation standard — desk procedures, control matrices, and reconciliation frameworks that survive both audit scrutiny and staff turnover - Close the gap between how accounting actually runs and how it is documented, then keep it closed - Build a controls foundation that supports future SOX readiness without over-engineering for it today Team Leadership & Development - Lead, coach, and grow the accounting team across general ledger, revenue accounting, and accounts payable - Set clear ownership, review standards, and performance expectations for every area of the close - Hire against the bar the function needs at scale, not the one it needed last year - Develop senior individual contributors into owners who can carry their areas independently - Build a team culture where problems surface early and get fixed at the root Close, Reporting & Systems - Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close — timeline, quality, and the accuracy of everything that comes out of it - Compress close cycle time without trading away accuracy or documentation quality - Deliver GAAP financial statements and supporting analysis to leadership, the board, and lenders - Own the accounting systems roadmap across Workday Financials, FloQast, and adjacent finance tools - Eliminate manual workarounds by fixing upstream data and process, not by layering on more reconciliations Technical Accounting & Tax - Own technical accounting positions and memo documentation for revenue recognition, complex transactions, and new product or partner structures - Establish accounting policy and apply it consistently as the business adds products, partners, and payment rails - Manage tax compliance and the external tax relationship across federal, state, and local obligations - Ensure reporting and covenant obligations tied to debt facilities and banking partners are met accurately and on time Business Partnership - Partner with FP&A on the bridge from actuals to plan, and make the variances explainable in business terms - Work with Payment Operations, Product, and Engineering to shape how transactions are captured before they reach the ledger - Serve as the accounting voice in decisions on pricing, partner economics, and new product structures - Support diligence from lenders, investors, and partners with materials that hold up without rework What You've Done Required - Spent 10+ years in accounting, including public accounting and a senior in-house role at a high-growth company - Served as Controller, Assistant Controller, or Director of Accounting with full ownership of the close and the general ledger - Built or materially rebuilt an internal control environment, including process documentation, control design, and evidence standards - Owned the external audit relationship end to end and delivered a clean opinion - Led and developed an accounting team, including hiring, performance management, and succession planning for critical areas - Written and defended technical accounting memos on revenue recognition and other judgment-heavy areas - Implemented or optimized an ERP and close management stack, and can tell the difference between a system problem and a process problem - Operated in a company that outgrew its accounting infrastructure, and rebuilt it while the business kept moving - Hold an active CPA Preferred - Big 4 or national firm audit background - Worked in fintech, payments, payroll, lending, or another environment with complex money movement and multi-party settlement - Supported a first-time audit, a SOX readiness effort, or IPO preparation - Used Workday Financials and FloQast - Managed accounting through a debt facility, warehouse line, or comparable lender reporting obligations - Experienced building a function from a small team into a scaled one, with the org design decisions that come with it At this time, Tapcheck does not provide sponsorship for employment-based visas (e.g., H-1B, L-1, TN, etc.). Therefore, candidates must already possess the right to work in the United States without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. About Tapcheck Tapcheck is a digital platform offering an easy and convenient way to access on-demand earnings early. Available at no cost to employers, our app-based on-demand pay solution helps relieve the financial stress that many employees experience on a daily basis. The Tapcheck team is passionate about our mission to improve financial wellness and boost business productivity. By giving workers the ability to transfer wages they've earned directly to their bank account or pay card without waiting for payday, Tapcheck eliminates the need for high-interest payday loans or employer-funded cash advances. How We Get Things Done Our core values act as a steadfast guide, directing our decisions and anchoring our actions. We consider these values non-negotiable, especially when it comes to our hiring process. - Humility: We believe in the power of humility. We value team players who are down-to-earth, respectful, and open to learning from others. Our employees approach challenges with a positive attitude, acknowledging their strengths and weaknesses while celebrating the achievements of their colleagues. - Grit: We admire individuals with grit – those who demonstrate unwavering determination and resilience in the face of obstacles. At Tapcheck, we take pride in overcoming challenges together, pushing the boundaries of what is possible, and embracing failure as an opportunity for growth. - Raising the Bar: Continuous improvement is at the heart of our culture. We are committed to setting high standards and pushing ourselves to exceed them. We seek employees who are innovative and strive for excellence, constantly seeking ways to enhance our products, services, and processes. - Striving for Growth: We foster an environment that encourages personal and professional development. Our employees are driven to learn, grow, and adapt to new circumstances. We support individuals who take initiative, seek out new challenges, and actively contribute to their own growth and the growth of the company. Why Join Tapcheck? - Mission that matters. We're changing how Americans access their pay — giving workers financial flexibility without the debt trap of payday loans. - Flexible PTO. No accrual caps, no counting days. Take the time you need. - 10 paid holidays. Including both Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve. - Comprehensive health coverage. Medical through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas (PPO and HDHP options, HSA-eligible with employer contribution), plus dental and vision through MetLife. - FSA, Basic Life/AD&D, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). - 401(k) with a 100% match up to 3% of your salary, through Mutual of America. Eligible after 90 days. - A team that lives its values. Humility, grit, and a genuine drive to raise the bar — every day. Compensation Compensation at Tapcheck is competitive and benchmarked to your role and the market. We're committed to a total rewards package that reflects your impact. Full details are shared as part of our hiring process. Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Tapcheck, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.