Controller at Field Nation

Minnesota, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, Field ServicesIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business; CPA preferred (active or inactive)
  • 10+ years progressive accounting/finance experience, including leadership of controllership and financial operations in a SaaS, marketplace, or PE-backed company
  • Deep technical accounting expertise (revenue recognition, equity comp, marketplace/pass-through accounting)
  • Experience with ERP and financial systems (NetSuite strongly preferred)
  • Proven success leading teams through fast growth and system/process change
  • Hands-on operator mindset — able to shift between strategy and detail execution
  • Strong communication and leadership skills; credible with auditors, board members, and executives
  • Experience supporting M&A diligence and integration is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes; ensure GAAP-compliant, accurate financial reporting; manage external audits and tax compliance
  • Implement and maintain accounting policies, internal controls, and regulatory compliance frameworks; oversee technical accounting issues like revenue recognition, marketplace transactions, and equity accounting
  • Manage banking relationships, cash flow, AR/AP, collections, and provider payments; optimize working capital and treasury operations
  • Drive process improvements and automation in ERP, payment processing, reconciliations, and insurance billing
  • Partner with FP&A, Legal, HR, and Operations for compliance, reporting, and aligning actuals with forecasts; support CFO with board, investor, and lender reporting
  • Collaborate with Product and Tech teams to strengthen financial processes tied to marketplace operations, provider payments, and compliance
  • Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance and accounting team; champion a culture of accuracy, accountability, continuous improvement, and adoption of new technologies

Skills

GAAP
Financial Reporting
External Audits
Tax Compliance
Revenue Recognition
Equity Accounting
Internal Controls
Treasury Management
Cash Flow
AR/AP
Collections
Provider Payments
Finance Operations
Process Automation

Field Nation

Connects businesses with freelance technicians

About Field Nation

Field Nation connects businesses with skilled freelance technicians for on-demand work orders, primarily in the United States. The platform allows companies to manage their workforce efficiently by accessing a large network of pre-vetted professionals based on location and specific skills. Businesses can post work orders, and technicians can bid on them, with Field Nation earning a fee from each completed order. This model helps companies save costs and maintain flexibility in staffing. With 1.4 million work orders completed annually and a 98% success rate, Field Nation ensures quality through a rigorous vetting process. The platform also provides tools for businesses to create custom profiles and build trusted teams, along with industry insights to help improve operational efficiency. Field Nation's goal is to optimize field operations for businesses by providing a reliable way to connect with top talent and enhance service delivery.

Minneapolis, MinnesotaHeadquarters
2008Year Founded
$58.5MTotal Funding
EARLY_VCCompany Stage
Consulting, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Vacation
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Flexible Work Hours
Hybrid Work Options

Risks

Increased competition from platforms like Upwork and Fiverr threatens market share.
AI-driven platforms may reduce the need for traditional FMS platforms.
Changes in labor laws could impact Field Nation's business model and increase costs.

Differentiation

Field Nation connects businesses with skilled freelance technicians for on-demand work orders.
The platform offers a 98% success rate through rigorous vetting of technicians.
Field Nation provides industry insights and case studies to demonstrate successful scaling.

Upsides

Increased demand for flexible work solutions drives growth in freelancer management systems.
Technological advancements enhance efficient matching of freelancers with job opportunities.
Partnerships with industry-specific service providers improve client satisfaction.

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