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

📍 Houston, TX (On-Site, Full-Time Position)

🚫 Remote work is not available for this role