Financial Controller

Job Profile: Financial Controller

Join VirtualMetric: Innovating Telemetry Pipeline Solutions

At VirtualMetric, we are transforming how organizations manage and optimizetheir telemetry data.

Our flagship solution, DataStream, is engineered to elevate IT infrastructure and security operations by enhancing SIEM platforms like Microsoft Sentinel.

Our platform empowers mid-to-large enterprises to collect, process, and route log and metric data with precision and scalability, delivering exceptional ROI by reducing security operations costs and boosting efficiency.

Our go-to-market strategy is sales-led through trusted partners, initially focused on enterprises in the Benelux region, with planned expansion into the UK, Nordics, France, and the USA.

Position Summary

VirtualMetric is seeking a Financial Controller who will be responsible forthe financial stewardship and operational efficiency of our rapidly growing SaaS business.

You will play a critical role in managing accounting operations, financial reporting, compliance, budgeting, and forecasting, while providingactionable insights to support strategic decision-making.

This role is ideal for a meticulous, analytical, and strategic finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced and scaling environment.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

• Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes in close collaboration with relevant teams and stakeholders

• Perform variance analysis onbudgetsand forecasts, providingclear insights to leadership.

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Oversee accurateand timelypreparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal controls.

• Liaise with external auditors and manage audit processes.

Accounting & Bookkeeping

• Execute day-to-day accounting and bookkeeping activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.

• Ensure accurateand timelymonth-end and year-end closeprocesses.

Customer Invoicing & Collections

• Prepare and issue customer invoices in alignment with contract terms.

• Track receivables and follow up on outstanding accounts to ensure timelycollections.

Cash Flow & Treasury Management

• Monitor daily cash flow and forecast future liquidity requirements.

• Optimizeworking capital and support funding activities,as well asinvestor reporting.

Strategic Finance & Business Partnering

• Deliver data-driven financial insights to support business cases, investment decisions, and pricing strategies.

• Collaborate cross-functionally to align financial performance with company objectives.

Systems & Process Optimization

• Implement and improve financial systems, tools, and processes for scalability and automation.

• Establish best practices in financial governance and cost control.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA, CMA, or similar certification preferred).

• Minimum 3years of progressive experience in financial control or FP&A roles.

• Strong hands-on experience with bookkeeping, invoicing, and collections.

• Prior experience in SaaS or Cybersecurity/Tech sectors stronglypreferred.

• Proficiencyin financial software (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, NetSuite) and reporting tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI).

• Deep understanding of GAAP, budgeting principles, and financial compliance.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a hands-on mindset.

• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach.

• Adaptability and drive to thrive in a fast-growing startup environment.