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title: 'Controller at NetBrain'
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# Controller at NetBrain

- **Company:** NetBrain
- **Location:** Burlington, MA
- **Work type:** hybrid
- **Posted:** 2026-09-09
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-13
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/netbrain/jobs/5233072007

## Job description

Founded in 2004, NetBrain is the leader in no-code network automation. Its ground-breaking Next-Gen platform provides IT operations teams with the ability to scale their hybrid multi-cloud connected networks by automating the processes associated with Diagnostic Troubleshooting, Outage Prevention and Protected Change Management.  Today, over 2,500 of the world’s largest enterprises and managed services providers leverage NetBrain’s platform.

## What We Need

We are seeking a Controller to own the accounting function for a fast-growing, private equity-backed SaaS business. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who has operated in a PE portfolio company environment and understands the discipline, speed, and rigor that sponsors expect — while also building scalable processes to support continued growth (including potential future exit or add-on M&A activity). The Controller will lead all core accounting operations, drive the monthly close, own technical accounting and SaaS-specific revenue recognition, manage external audit and banking relationships, and serve as a key partner to the CFO on financial reporting, controls, and board/sponsor reporting.

## What You'll Do

- Financial Close & Reporting
- Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process; drive continuous improvement to reduce close timeline (target: 5–7 business days)
- Prepare and review consolidated financial statements in accordance with US GAAP
- Deliver accurate, timely reporting packages for the CFO, PE sponsor, and board of directors
- Technical Accounting & Revenue
- Serve as the technical accounting authority, particularly ASC 606 revenue recognition for multi-element SaaS arrangements (subscription, usage-based, professional services, multi-year contracts)
- Own accounting for capitalized software development costs (ASC 350-40), stock-based compensation, leases (ASC 842), and business combinations as needed
- Draft technical accounting memos for non-routine transactions and maintain the accounting policy manual
- Controls & Compliance
- Design, implement, and maintain a scalable internal controls environment appropriate for a PE-owned company preparing for potential future audit rigor (SOX-readiness a plus)
- Own the annual audit relationship end-to-end; manage the external audit firm, PBC lists, and timeline
- Ensure compliance with multi-state sales tax, franchise tax, and other indirect tax obligations common to SaaS businesses
- Systems & Process
- Drive ERP and accounting systems strategy (e.g., NetSuite, Sage Intacct); own subledger integrations with billing/CRM/revenue recognition tools
- Build and document scalable processes and controls that support the company's growth trajectory and PE reporting cadence
- Treasury & Banking
- Manage day-to-day banking relationships, debt covenant compliance and reporting, and cash management
- Support due diligence workstreams for potential financing events, add-on acquisitions, or a future sale process
- Leadership
- Build, mentor, and scale the accounting team as the company grows
- Act as a thought partner to the CFO on capital structure, reporting cadence, and sponsor communications

## What You Bring

- 10–15+ years progressive accounting/finance experience, including prior VP Controller, Controller, or Assistant Controller experience at a SaaS or subscription-based company
- Prior experience in a PE-owned or PE-backed portfolio company strongly preferred; comfort with sponsor reporting requirements and pace
- CPA required; public accounting background (Big 4 or national firm) strongly preferred
- Deep, hands-on expertise in ASC 606 revenue recognition for SaaS/subscription models
- Experience leading external audits and building SOX-ready or audit-ready control environments
- Strong systems background (NetSuite, Sage Intacct, or similar mid-market ERP); experience with rev rec tools (e.g., Zuora, Chargebee, Maxio) a plus
- Track record of scaling accounting processes and teams through periods of rapid growth
- Excellent communication skills; comfortable presenting to the CFO, board, and PE sponsor
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; MBA a plus but not required
- Manual Dexterity: Repetitive motion of wrists, hands and fingers for using a computer.
- Stationary Tasks: Sitting for extended periods, remaining in a stationary position.

## What We Offer

Our comprehensive compensation package is vital in how we recognize our people for the impact they make on us reaching our goals as a company.

For this role, the estimated base is $200,000 - $300,000 + Bonus. The actual salary may vary based on a range of factors, including market and individual qualifications objectively assessed during the interview process.

The range listed above is a guideline and may be modified. People Experience offers a comprehensive benefits package in addition to cash compensation that includes but is not limited to 401k and medical/dental coverage. Speak with your Recruiter for more details on our Total Rewards philosophy.

NetBrain invites all interested and qualified candidates to apply for employment opportunities.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

If you have a disability that prevents or limits your ability to use or access the site, or if you require any other accommodation in the application process due to a disability, you may request a reasonable accommodation. To make a request, please contact our People Team at: people@netbraintech.com and we will be happy to assist you.

In compliance with applicable laws, NetBrain conducts holistic, individual background reviews in support of all hiring decisions.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

## About NetBrain

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: NetBrain provides an intent-based network automation and visibility platform that uses AI agents to diagnose, decide, and act on network issues, helping enterprises prevent outages and reduce manual operations.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Acquired by Blackstone Group in July 2025)
- **Headquarters**: Burlington, Massachusetts, United States
- **Founded**: 2004
- **Founders**: Not publicly listed on primary sources

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Network Automation, IT Operations, Cybersecurity
- **Target customers**: Large enterprises, including approximately one-third of the Fortune 100 and Fortune 500; B2B, Enterprise
- **Mission or purpose**: To deliver autonomous network operations through AI agents that diagnose, decide, and act with full network context, ensuring seamless network reliability for critical services worldwide.

## Products & Services
- **NetBrain Next-Gen Platform**: An intent-based network automation and visibility platform that automates more than 95% of network tickets and prevents over 50% of network problems before they impact production. It integrates with major ITSM systems and provides hybrid-cloud visibility, map-based diagnostics, and proactive compliance assessment.
- **Agentic NetOps**: AI agents that autonomously diagnose, decide, and act on network issues with full context, reducing manual operations and escalations.
- **Hybrid-Cloud Visibility and Mapping**: Instantly creates documentation, hybrid-cloud maps, A-B paths, and inventory reports.
- **Compliance & Security**: Proactively assesses networks 24/7 to prevent outages and ensure compliance, reducing security risk.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Acquired by Blackstone Group in July 2025 for $750 million [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/netbraintech)
- **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue of $95.0M (as of most recent data) [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/netbraintech)
- **Total Funding**: $40.0M in a single venture round led by Summit Partners in 2014 [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/netbraintech)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Summit Partners (prior investor), Blackstone Group (acquirer); integrates with major ITSM systems; talent sources include Cisco, Oracle, Dell Technologies, HPE, Juniper Networks [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/netbraintech)
- **Growth Signals**: Serves approximately one-third of the Fortune 100 and Fortune 500; acquired by Blackstone for $750M in July 2025; operates in 10 countries with 9 offices globally; 331 employees with +1.4% monthly headcount growth; 28 active job postings with a +1300% quarterly increase in postings [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/netbraintech) [netbrain.com](https://www.netbrain.com/about/)

## Competitive Advantages
- **Intent-based automation**: Manages networks from the top down, focusing on results rather than individual device details, which automates over 95% of network tickets and prevents over 50% of problems.
- **AI-driven Agentic NetOps**: Uses AI agents that operate with full network context, enabling autonomous diagnosis and remediation.
- **Deep enterprise integration**: Tightly integrates with major ITSM systems, making it a core part of existing IT workflows.
- **Proven scale**: Trusted by one-third of the Fortune 100 and Fortune 500, demonstrating reliability in the most complex enterprise environments.

## Strategic Focus
- **Agentic NetOps leadership**: Pioneering autonomous network operations through AI agents that diagnose, decide, and act.
- **Hybrid-cloud expansion**: Continuing to support edge-to-cloud hybrid networks as enterprises adopt multi-cloud strategies.
- **Proactive prevention**: Shifting from reactive ticket resolution to intent-based enforcement that prevents problems before they impact production.
- **Post-acquisition growth**: Under Blackstone ownership, likely focused on scaling the platform and expanding market reach.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Emphasizes innovation, collaboration, and customer centricity. Employees describe a culture of passionate innovators with a desire to grow and learn [netbrain.com](https://www.netbrain.com/about/careers/).
- **Work-life balance**: Prioritized as a core value within the company culture [netbrain.com](https://www.netbrain.com/about/careers/).
- **Hybrid/Remote policy**: Most roles are hybrid (e.g., Burlington, MA; Toronto, ON; Hyderabad, India) with some fully remote positions (e.g., VP of Product, Strategic Technology Alliances Director, Sales roles) [greenhouse.io](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/netbrain).
- **Global presence**: Offices in Boston, London, Hyderabad, Beijing, and Toronto, offering opportunities to work across diverse geographies [netbrain.com](https://www.netbrain.com/about/).
- **Benefits & Perks**: Competitive benefits, fun perks, support, and recognition aimed at supporting teammates and their families [netbrain.com](https://www.netbrain.com/about/careers/).
- **Employee rating**: 4.3/5.0 on LinkedIn (242 reviews), with strong scores for work-life balance (4.1), compensation (4.1), culture (4.0), and career opportunities (4.0) [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/netbraintech).
- **Team size**: Over 400 employees globally, with a diverse team spanning technical, sales, marketing, and customer success roles [netbrain.com](https://www.netbrain.com/about/careers/).
- **Engineering culture**: Emphasis on innovation, collaboration, and customer-centricity; teams are encouraged to constantly innovate across all functions [netbrain.com](https://www.netbrain.com/about/).

## Sources
1. [netbrain.com](https://www.netbrain.com/about/)
2. [netbrain.com](https://www.netbrain.com/)
3. [greenhouse.io](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/netbrain)
4. [netbrain.com](https://www.netbrain.com/about/careers/)
5. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/netbraintech)

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