Financial Controller – Full-Time (Houston, TX, On-Site)
Company Description
Gatewise is a SaaS and Access Control company providing
Centralized Access Control solutions for Multifamily communities of all sizes. Our Smart Access Control Solutions offer innovative ways to manage access, including phone-based access, Smart Gate Cameras, tap-to-open, self-guided tours, and model unit smart locks.With over 2000 customers nationwide, Gatewise is a rapidly growing industry leader. We manage payments to over 100 vendors and are scaling operations to support our expanding business.
Role Description
We are hiring our first in-house Financial Controller as part of our continued growth. Until now, our finance and accounting functions have been handled externally, but as we expand, we are bringing this role in-house to establish a strong financial foundation and build a finance team from the ground up.This is a full-time, in-office position based in Houston, TX. The Financial Controller will oversee all financial operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance, and financial strategy execution.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead all accounting and financial operations, transitioning from external to in-house processes • Prepare and maintain financial statements and
journal entries
• Oversee
budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and vendor payments (100+ vendors) • Establish internal financial controls to support scalability • Handle
tax compliance, audits, and regulatory reporting
• Manage
fixed assets, depreciation, and general ledger accounting
• Partner with leadership on
financial strategy and business growth
• Recruit and build a finance team as the company continues to grow
Qualifications
✅ Bachelor’s degree in
Accounting, Finance, or related field
✅ 10
+ years of experience in accounting & financial management
✅ Strong expertise in
GAAP, financial reporting, and compliance
✅ Experience in SaaS or technology companies (preferred)✅
Experience leading finance functions or transitioning from outsourced to in-house
✅ Strong knowledge of
financial systems, accounting software, and automation tools
✅ Excellent
analytical, organizational, and communication skills
✅ Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent (preferred)✅ Prior experience building and leading a finance team (preferred)
Location & Work Setup
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Houston, TX (On-Site, Full-Time Position)
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Remote work is not available for this role
