Overview
This role is within the Finance department and supports a growing portfolio of professional service businesses. Reporting directly to the CFO, the Financial Controller oversees day-to-day accounting operations, strengthens internal controls, improves financial reporting processes, and helps scale the finance organization through both organic expansion and acquisitions.
Location
Remote (US/Canada)
Compensation
$150,000/year
Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Close Process
- Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process across multiple operating companies.
- Prepare and review GAAP-compliant financial statements and supporting schedules.
- Ensure timely, accurate, and consistent financial reporting across all business units.
- Analyze financial results and investigate significant variances.
- Develop reporting packages for executive leadership and ownership.
Accounting Operations
- Oversee the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, fixed assets, and cash management.
- Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and balance sheet support schedules.
- Ensure proper revenue recognition and expense classification.
- Manage intercompany transactions and consolidations across multiple entities.
- Maintain an accurate chart of accounts and accounting policies.
Internal Controls & Compliance
- Design, implement, and monitor internal accounting controls.
- Develop standardized accounting procedures and documentation.
- Coordinate annual financial statement reviews or audits.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and company policies.
- Assist with banking, insurance, and regulatory reporting requirements.
Leadership & Team Development
- Lead and mentor the accounting team, including Senior Accountants, Staff Accountants, AP, and AR personnel.
- Establish performance expectations and provide ongoing coaching.
- Recruit, onboard, and develop accounting talent as the organization grows.
- Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and customer service.
Systems & Process Improvement
- Identify opportunities to automate manual accounting processes.
- Lead ERP enhancements, accounting system implementations, and workflow improvements.
- Improve month-end close timelines while maintaining accuracy.
- Partner with operations to improve financial visibility and reporting.
Business Partnership
- Support budgeting and forecasting efforts with the FP&A team.
- Provide financial insights to business leaders and department managers.
- Assist with acquisitions, due diligence, purchase accounting, and post-acquisition integrations.
- Support special projects initiated by executive leadership.
Requirements
- Construction accounting experience, including:
- Vacation home/residential/renovation construction accounting
- Percentage-of-completion accounting & WIP schedules
- Experience with insurance claims receivables
- Experience with construction loan draws
- Familiarity with licensing, permitting, and multi-state setup
- Familiarity with construction-related services (pool, AC)
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
- 7+ years of progressive accounting experience
- 3+ years managing an accounting team
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP
- Experience preparing consolidated financial statements
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel
- Experience with ERP systems (ideally, Sage Intacct)
Preferred Qualifications
- CPA designation strongly preferred
- Experience in professional services, legal, construction, real estate, or other project-based businesses
- Multi-entity accounting experience
- Real estate brokerage accounting experience (commission tracking, trust/escrow management)
- Experience with mergers and acquisitions
- Public accounting background
- Experience improving accounting processes within high-growth organizations
Skills & Competencies
- Strong leadership and people development skills
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines
- Process improvement mindset
- Strong business acumen
- Collaborative, hands-on leadership style
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid Time Off and company holidays
- Professional development and CPA continuing education support
- Opportunities for advancement within a rapidly growing organization