Global Controller

Why Join HYCU? 

HYCU is the fastest-growing leader in the multi-cloud Data Protection SaaS industry. By bringing true SaaS-based data backup and recovery to both on-premises and cloud-native environments, the company provides unparalleled data protection, migration, disaster recovery and ransomware protection to thousands of companies worldwide. As an award-winning and recognized visionary in the industry, HYCU solutions eliminates complexity, risk and the high cost of legacy- based solutions, providing data protection simplicity to make the world safer. With an industry- leading NPS score of 91, customers experience frictionless, cost-effective data protection, anywhere, everywhere. HYCU has raised $140M in VC funding to date and is based in Boston, Mass. Learn more at www.hycu.com. 

Overview 

HYCU is seeking a Global Controller that will be responsible for all accounting, financial reporting, tax and compliance for the Company. You will lead the day-to-day accounting activities and play a critical role in optimizing financial performance and driving strategic decision-making with leadership and various stakeholders in a fast-paced B2B SaaS environment.   

Location:  

• Boston, MA (Hybrid; 3 days onsite/2 days remote) 

What You’ll Do: 

• Lead, mentor and manage a high-performing global team, ensuring team members are aligned with global accounting policies and best practices 

• Oversee global accounting operations and monthly/quarter/annual close processes , ensuring compliance with US GAAP and local country-specific standards (e.g., IFRS, local tax regulations) 

• Review and approve financial reports for management, board of directors, and other key stakeholders, ensuring reports are clear, insightful, and accurate 

• Manage the financial statement audit process, liaising with external auditors for successful completion by agreed upon deadlines 

• Assess the impact of any changes in accounting standards, providing timely recommendations to the executive team and implementing any required changes in financial processes 

• Ensure proper documentation of all significant accounting judgments and estimates in compliance with internal policies 
• Oversee the correct application of revenue recognition principles under ASC 606 for subscription-based revenue streams and other SaaS-related income 
• Working with the sales and legal teams to ensure that all contracts are reviewed for proper revenue recognition, considering subscription terms, performance obligations, and any variable considerations 

• Provide strategic guidance and insights on revenue recognition matters to the finance team and senior leadership 

• Oversee the development, implementation, and monitoring of internal controls to ensure the integrity of the global financial reporting process, focusing on risk mitigation and compliance 

• Oversee global tax compliance, ensuring timely and accurate filing of tax returns in all jurisdictions 

• Work closely with external tax advisors to ensure that all tax positions, including VAT/GST, income tax, and transfer pricing, are properly addressed 

What We’re Looking For: 

• A bachelor's degree in accounting or finance (required) 

• CPA strongly preferred 

• 10+ years of progressive experience in accounting or finance preferably in high growth B2B SaaS 

• Experience in global or multinational environments is highly desirable, including familiarity with international accounting standards and cross-border financial regulations

• Strong knowledge of financial principles, practices, and regulations (e.g., IFRS, GAAP, Loal GAAP). 

• Strong leadership skills with experience managing and mentoring global teams 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with global teams and senior executives 

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail 

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities 

• High proficiency in Excel and other financial tools, with the ability to analyze large data sets and generate reports 

• Experience with systems & tools such as ADP, Expensify, Tipalti, Salesforce, Cradle and Carta 

It’s Great if You Have:  

• Experience with ERP implementation and driving systemic automation  

• B2B SaaS experience 

• Experience within data protection, cloud-native, security, data storage industries 

Attributes of a Successful HYCUer in this role: 

• Self-starter and strategic thinker who thinks outside the box 

• Takes responsibility and ownership for driving successful outcomes. You’re results-driven with a winning attitude 

• Team player! You have excellent people and management skills to interact with staff, colleagues, cross-functional teams and third parties 

• Hands-on and builders' mentality with an entrepreneurial mindset and intrinsic motivation 

• Obsessed with being customer-focused – We know our customers and are advocates for their voice and point of view across HYCU 

• Intellectual curiosity, always open for continuous learning/growth mindset 

Who We Are: 

Our Core Values: Authenticity, Grit and Empathy are at the heart of everything we do at HYCU. All of us at HYCU take ownership in shaping and contributing to our culture. We pride ourselves in developing an inclusive and diverse company that supports our employees and customers to do extraordinary things.   

The following is how we approach each Core Value:   

• Authenticity – To be authentic means to be who we are and do it well. Focus your energy on being who YOU are. Be true to yourself. Authenticity also extends to our products. Understanding where we are truly the best fit for our customers and when we are not. And finally, authenticity in relationships: ensuring that we are honest and do what we say we’re going to do.    

• Grit – To win we need to want it. Every team member needs to be able to jump in and help at every turn. Whether it’s staying late to help a colleague or customer or finding a better process and making sure it’s communicated cross-functionally. You just have to do it and love it…and never stop trying.    

• Empathy – We need to care about each other, about our clients, about our business, and about the world around us. That might seem like a tall order, but if we don’t live in a constant state of empathy, if we don’t strive to truly put ourselves in another person’s shoes, we cannot truly serve the market. 

"We are at our best when we stay true to our Core Values." ~ Simon Taylor, CEO 

What We Offer: 
Come work for one of CRN’s “Cloud 100 Companies for 2025”. At HYCU you’ll have the opportunity to build your career with a “Visionary” B2B SaaS company from Gartner’s Magic Quadrant for Enterprise BackUp. HYCU provides an excellent benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401K match, generous time off, and more. We offer career development programs and an inclusive global culture. All our employees participate in our equity program.