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Controller

Bluefish AI · New York, Hybrid · Hybrid

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About Bluefish AI

Bluefish is the AI marketing platform of choice for the Fortune 500. Gain visibility and control over your brand. Backed by NEA.

About the role

Bluefish is looking for an experienced Controller to lead and own the full accounting lifecycle for our growing organization. This role requires deep operational expertise, a strategic mindset, and a hands-on approach to building scalable financial systems. You’ll oversee everything from client billing setup and revenue recognition to monthly close, financial reporting, and bank reconciliations—playing a critical role in ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across all accounting functions.

What they're looking for

  • 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with 3+ years in a managerial or senior-level role
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP, revenue recognition (ASC 606), and financial reporting
  • Experience in SaaS or subscription-based businesses highly preferred
  • Proven ability to build and scale accounting operations in a fast-growing company
  • Familiarity with ERP systems and billing platforms.(e.g., Rillet, QuickBooks, Stripe, Ramp, Aleph, or similar)
  • Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
More about this role

Bluefish is looking for an experienced Controller to lead and own the full accounting lifecycle for our growing organization. This role requires deep operational expertise, a strategic mindset, and a hands-on approach to building scalable financial systems. You’ll oversee everything from client billing setup and revenue recognition to monthly close, financial reporting, and bank reconciliations—playing a critical role in ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across all accounting functions.

You should be passionate about operational excellence, financial integrity, and working cross-functionally to support fast-paced growth. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in high-autonomy environments and is excited to help shape the financial foundation of a scaling business.

  • Own and manage the end-to-end accounting function—from client billing setup and invoicing to revenue recognition and monthly close.
  • Lead the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
  • Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Legal, and Customer Success to ensure accurate contract set-up and billing.
  • Establish and improve processes for invoicing, collections,...

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