Overview
This role is for a Fractional Financial Controller to support rapidly growing businesses in establishing scalable and robust operational finance functions. The position involves hands-on financial leadership to optimize cash flow, build audit-ready processes, ensure compliance, and deliver timely, accurate financial reporting.
The opportunity suits senior finance professionals with experience as Controllers, VPs of Finance, or Directors of Accounting in high-growth, private equity-backed, or global organizations. The role offers flexible, impactful engagements working with diverse companies across industries.
Responsibilities
- Manage month-end and year-end close processes ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Implement and optimize financial and accounting systems such as ERP, general ledger, and reporting tools.
- Oversee cash management, treasury functions, and daily operational finance activities.
- Develop and monitor internal controls and compliance initiatives across local, state, and international regulations.
- Prepare financial statements, management reports, and key performance indicators for CEOs, boards, and leadership teams.
- Lead annual budgeting and rolling forecasting processes in collaboration with operational leaders.
- Manage external audit preparation and serve as the primary liaison with external tax and audit partners.
Requirements
- Proven hands-on experience as a Controller, VP of Finance, or senior accounting leader.
- Expertise in GAAP/IFRS reporting, internal controls, and scaling operational accounting functions.
- Strong background in implementing and optimizing financial systems such as NetSuite, QuickBooks, or SAP.
- Demonstrated ability to produce reliable financial statements and management reports for executive audiences.
- Experience in operational finance within high-growth sectors like SaaS, e-commerce, healthcare, or manufacturing is advantageous.
- CPA certification is highly valued; MBA or other advanced financial certifications are a plus.
- Comfortable working in flexible, remote, or evolving organizational environments.
Compensation & Benefits
Details regarding compensation and benefits will be provided during the recruitment process.
Location
This is a flexible role that may accommodate remote work arrangements.