Controller
Miami
Finance /
Full Time /
On-site
About Betr
Founded in 2022 by Joey Levy and Jake Paul, Betr is building the world’s first real money gaming super app. The company’s first product, Betr Picks, launched in September 2023 and quickly grew to several hundreds of thousands of paying users. Betr plans on launching multiple additional new nationwide gaming verticals within its single app experience in 2025 to further differentiate its product offering. In addition to its single-app experience, Betr’s gaming products are differentiated through a unique, simplified user interface that is catered to the casual sports fan, enabling Betr to capture more of the under-penetrated online gaming addressable market.
Betr’s media division, Betr Media, is one of the fastest growing sports betting media brands in the U.S. and helps support the company’s user acquisition and retention efforts.
Betr is backed by Fuel Venture Capital, Aliya Capital Partners, IA Sports Ventures, FinSight Ventures, Florida Funders, Harmony Partners, 8vc, and other top-tier investors.
The Betr team is looking for a Controller to join the Finance and Accounting team, reporting directly to our Head of Finance. The Controller will manage all operational day to day aspects of the accounting function including revenue recognition, accounts receivable, accounts payable, monthly closings, year-end closings, audits & taxes, and the creation of financial statements. The Controller will play a part in streamlining the month-end close process by reviewing inefficiencies and adding any necessary processes. As Betr is growing quickly, our ideal candidate needs to be comfortable executing at a high level in a fast paced environment, with evolving processes and systems. This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-growth organization where you will have an opportunity to develop and lead accounting policies & procedures.
This role is based in Miami, Florida. You must be based in this area or be willing to relocate to be considered for this position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee and manage the general accounting functions, including but not limited to: accounts payable, revenue recognition, general ledger and taxes.
- Manage the close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of month-end and quarter-end close activities, including journal entries and reconciliations.
- Prepare and present monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements and reports ensuring they comply with GAAP.
- Lead and manage accounting team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and providing coaching and career development opportunities.
- Implement and monitor internal controls, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Maintain and manage the company’s accounting system, NetSuite, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and reliability of financials, financial analysis, and key performance metrics to be made available internally and to investors.
- Work with independent auditors during audits, as well as assisting tax accountants in obtaining all information necessary for filing tax returns.
- Manage the company’s cash flow, ensuring sufficient funds are available to meet operational needs.
- Implement and maintain accounting policies and procedures to ensure compliance with relevant regulations
- Support the Head of Finance in communications with Investors and other key internal and external stakeholders.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. CPA preferred
- 7+ years’ accounting experience, including financial statement preparation or experience as a Controller
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and accounting operations
- Strong analytical skills and financial data analysis
- Team player with an entrepreneurial mindset, strong work ethic, positive attitude, and drive to succeed
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Microsoft Excel
- Experience with or knowledge of NetSuite strongly preferred
- Strong problem-solving skills with an ability to exercise mature judgment and present and execute solutions
- Extremely high attention to detail; completes work accurately and has good organizational and time management skills
- Ability to translate complex financial concepts to individuals at all levels
- Ability to set and meet deadlines including ability to manage multiple tasks to completion at the same time
- Team player that can also work independently
- Executive presence including excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Desire to be in a high growth situation that can be less structured at times
- Excellent organizational skills, the ability to be flexible, & prioritize responsibilities
Bonus Points:
- An understanding and genuine interest in the the sports and gaming industries!
At Betr, we're driven by a shared vision to reshape the sports & gaming industry. As a dynamic startup poised for remarkable growth, we're dedicated to crafting innovative experiences that cater to sports enthusiasts across the nation. We believe in pushing boundaries, embracing diversity, and fostering a collaborative culture that extends beyond the world of sports. Join us in shaping the future of sports entertainment!
Betr provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We deeply understand the value of bringing together a team with different perspectives, educational backgrounds, and life experiences. We encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds to apply
Thank you for your interest in Betr. We look forward to reviewing your application.
