Controller

Vibes, the technology leader powering the direct-to-consumer mobile engagement revolution, is helping brands like Ralph Lauren, Joann, Redbox, Chipotle, and LEGO to grow, activate, and optimize consumer relationships with timely, relevant, high volume mobile messaging at global scale. The company’s intelligent mobile messaging platform enables marketers, consumer loyalty professionals, and operations teams to connect with consumers using a unified native platform of SMS, MMS, dynamic wallet, mobile push notifications, app inbox and performance analytics. These tools become the backbone for brands’ overall digital engagement strategies. Vibes has been consistently recognized as a Leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Mobile Marketing Platforms. To learn more about Vibes, visit www.vibes.com.

We are looking for an experienced Controller to manage all aspects of financial management, including corporate accounting, tax, regulatory and financial reporting, budget tracking, audits for GAAP, bank and 401k, as well as ownership of internal control policies and procedures.

An ideal candidate possesses strong attention to detail, capacity for strategic and tactical thinking, empathy for others, and an approach that balances process and practicality. This person also thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys managing a small team of accountants to create value for the business. If you have been looking for an opportunity to have a big impact surrounded by warm, supportive colleagues, this is the place for you!

This is a full-time position reporting to the VP of Finance & Strategy. We prefer this person to be in Chicago and able to work from our office in the Loop, but we are open to remote applicants. Vibes has been recognized in 2023 as a Built In Best Hybrid Places to Work.

Responsibilities

• Manage all accounting operations including bookkeeping, billing & collections, cost accounting, revenue recognition
• Handle all aspects of payroll operations
• Prepare and publish timely monthly financial statements
• Coordinate preparation of any regulatory, investor and taxing authority reporting
• Research technical accounting issues for compliance
• Manage month-end and year-end close process
• Manage annual financial audit and financial statement preparation and annual 401k audit
• Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting
• Manage and comply with local, state, federal and international government reporting requirements and tax filings
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls

Requirements

• 7+ years of accounting and finance experience
• CPA required
• Strong proficiency as a NetSuite administrator 
• Excellent accounting software user and administration skills
• Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures
• Experience creating financial statements
• Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process
• Strong Excel skills
• Experience managing at least two direct reports
• 3+ years’ experience at a SaaS company preferred

Our Core Values

• Respect, Honesty, and Integrity for All Stakeholders
• Always be Learning
• Relentless Focus on the Customer
• Never be Satisfied
• Create Value
• Seek Accountability and Ownership

Compensation and Benefits

The compensation range for this role is $140,000 - $170,000 annually, including base salary and any related performance-based bonuses/commissions. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate's relevant work experience, skills and certifications. Vibes offers employees a full slate of benefits including competitive salaries, options, medical, dental and vision coverage, short and long term disability, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, flexible vacation, commuter benefits, a 401(k) plan and match, and a paid parental leave program.

Equal Opportunity Employer 

Vibes 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.