One of our portfolio companies is looking for a business/operations-focused intern for a fast-growing SaaS startup. The intern would be asked to support on a number of areas, including financial modeling, investor/reporting materials, KPI tracking, and internal automation. This person would help turn recurring work into scalable playbooks across finance, ops, and go-to-market, while also taking on special projects tied to growth, fundraising, and company building. Ideal profile is someone analytical, highly organized, comfortable with spreadsheets and tools, and excited about the business side of an early-stage venture-backed startup.

As a Controller at Howard, you will be responsible for the financial integrity of a portfolio of Vacation Rental clients. You will bridge the gap between day-to-day bookkeeping and executive-level financial strategy. This role requires a professional who deeply understands the unique accounting challenges of the Short-Term Rental (STR) industry, including trust accounting, owner statements, and merchant processing reconciliations. Key Responsibilities - Financial Oversight: Manage the full month-end close process for multiple STR clients, ensuring Profit & Loss statements and Balance Sheets are accurate and ready for leadership review. - Trust Accounting & Owner Statements: Oversee the reconciliation of guest payments, security deposits, and cleaning fees. Ensure owner statements are generated accurately and distributions are processed on time. - KPI Analysis: Track and report on industry-specific metrics such as RevPAR (Revenue Per Available Room), ADR (Average Daily Rate), and Occupancy rates to provide actionable insights to clients. - Audit & Compliance: Review the work performed by staff accountants and bookkeepers, ensuring all entries align with US GAAP and client-specific Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). - System Integration: Manage data flow between Property Management Systems (PMS) like Guesty, Hostaway, or Streamline and accounting platforms (QuickBooks Online/NetSuite). - Client Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for financial inquiries, explaining variances and providing clarity on financial performance during monthly reviews. Requirements & Qualifications - Industry Experience (MANDATORY): At least 4+ years of direct experience as an Accountant or Senior Accountant specifically within the US Vacation Rental / Short-Term Rental (STR) industry. - Accounting Foundation: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. A solid understanding of US GAAP is required. - Technical Stack: Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks Online and experience with at least one PMS (e.g., Guesty, Hostaway, Streamline, Track). - Analytical Skills: Expert-level Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, data cleaning) for reconciling complex reservation reports. - English Proficiency: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills (C1/C2 level) for direct client interaction. - Growth Mindset: Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to new technologies and client workflows quickly. What We Offer - Competitive Compensation: Fixed monthly payment in US Dollars. - Performance Incentives: Quarterly bonuses based on performance and quality metrics. - Career Path: Bi-annual reviews (July & December) with opportunities to transition into a Senior Controller or Vertical Lead role. - Flexibility: 100% remote work with a supportive global culture. - Time Off: 10 paid national holidays per year and unlimited PTO after 6 months of tenure.

• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, including profit & loss, balance sheet, cash flow statements, debt compliance packages and private equity monthly required financial reporting packages. • Provide detailed financial analysis to support the company and guide the decision-making processes, including variance analysis, profitability assessments, KPIs and cost control. • Ensure adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other applicable regulatory standards. • Support VP of Finance in all fundraising, due diligence and investor communications, as needed. • Lead the annual budgeting process and maintain updated forecasts, working closely with department heads. • Systematically keep department heads appraised of their actual spend vs. budget on a regular basis. • Provide insights into financial performance and recommend strategies to meet financial goals and targets. • Develop, implement, and maintain internal controls to ensure compliance with financial regulations and safeguard company assets. • Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data. • Coordinate and manage external audits and ensure timely completion along with accurate financial disclosures and required supporting schedules. • Oversee and report on cash management functions, including monitoring company cash flow, accounts payable, and accounts receivable. • Supervise and mentor the accounting and finance team, providing guidance and support for professional growth and development. • Evaluate and implement accounting/ERP systems to streamline the company’s financial operations. • Work closely with senior leadership to provide financial insights and support long-term strategic planning. • Oversee all tax-related matters, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal tax regulations.

Who We Are   Rising Edge Group is an electrical contracting company founded in 2002, specialization in high-voltage electrical solutions that power critical infrastructure across North America. With operations in both Canada and the United States, we partner with clients across the electrical utilities, renewable energy, and industrial sectors to design, build, and maintain the critical infrastructure systems communities and industries rely on.    Driven by a clear vision to strengthen the stability, reliability, and advancement of energy infrastructure, we take pride in delivering work that matters. Guided by our STRIDE values - Safety, Teamwork, Responsibility, Integrity, Deliver, and Excellence - we foster a people focused culture of growth, mentorship and collaboration where safety always come first.     What You'll Do   Reporting to the Project Controls Manager, the Project Controller is responsible for the day-to-day implementation of project controls functions during all stages of the project lifecycle. The Project Controller is responsible for maintaining the integrity of all data within the construction management software (budgets, spends, forecasts) and to create accurate financial reports for both internal and external stakeholders. The Project Controller will also support the Project Managers in schedule adjustments and change management.   Key Responsibilities The responsibilities include, but may not be limited to:   - Lead the continual development and standardization of project controls at Rising Edge - Project Controllers are responsible for updating each assigned project on a weekly basis to validate the accuracy of Hard Dollar (HD) data. Specifically, Project Controllers are responsible for monitoring and updating: - budget; - cost to date; - variances; and - cost forecasts (trending data) - cash flow - Provide consolidated financial reports; including milestone summaries, earned value analysis, cost incurred, and accruals - Understand contract financial terms and conditions, invoice schedules, and invoice documentation (Statutory Declaration, Waiver of Claims, etc.). Responsible for invoice review and approval - Responsible for ensuring that the HD & VP projects are setup in accordance with the contract arrangement and documentation provided by the client. - Review and approval of timesheets Additional Information     As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening including professional reference checks and a criminal record check.