Fractional Controller - Financial and Accounting Professional

Overview

The Fractional Controller role involves directing and supporting the accounting and financial activities of client companies that do not require a full-time internal accounting department or Chief Financial Officer. This position is responsible for overseeing the preparation and analysis of current financial information, developing forecasts and budgets, maintaining financial controls, and supporting strategic and operational decision-making. The role works closely with client leadership, internal CFOs, and accounting staff under varying project structures. It can be based in any office location or fully remote.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• May supervise or guide client accounting staff on an as-needed basis.
• Collaborates with internal CFO and advisory teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop short-, mid-, and long-term financial forecasts in collaboration with clients and internal teams.
• Prepare budgets based on forecasts and business objectives.
• Assist with and oversee month-end and year-end close processes.
• Reconcile bank accounts and review general ledger activity.
• Direct the preparation of financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and related reports.
• Compare sales and profit projections to actual results and budgeted expenses to actual expenses; recommend or implement adjustments to forecasts and budgets.
• Provide strategic management of accounting and finance functions for clients.
• Develop, implement, and improve accounting policies, procedures, internal controls, and financial manuals.
• Recommend improvements to ensure the accuracy, integrity, and reliability of financial information.
• Implement and optimize accounting systems; assist with conversions and upgrades as needed.
• Provide cost accounting and margin analysis to support understanding of product and service profitability.
• Identify and manage business risks, including insurance requirements.
• Review financial planning processes and suggest improvements.
• Oversee or support the investment of funds and assist with capital raises or expansion initiatives, working with investment bankers as required.
• Collaborate with client executive leadership and management on financial strategy and operational planning.
• Assist clients with hiring efforts related to accounting and finance functions.
• Support preparation of financial reports required for shareholders, lenders, regulatory bodies, or other stakeholders.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Accounting or Professional Accountancy.
• At least 7-10 years of accounting experience.
• Ability to travel approximately 25% of the time.
• Availability for remote work.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or CMA certification preferred but not required.
• Experience in the agricultural industry strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with industry software such as Canopy, AGRIS, AgTrax, Great Plains, NetSuite, QuickBooks, AgVance, Business Central, Sage, or similar.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary reflecting expertise and experience.
• Generous paid time off.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance programs.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Annual profit sharing incentive tied to company performance.
• Education reimbursement for continuous learning.
• Career growth opportunities including coaching, mentoring, and internal learning programs.
• Coverage of fees for business, civic, and professional memberships.
• Emotional well-being support resources.
• Paid life and disability insurance.
• Paid parental leave for maternity and paternity.
• Coverage of membership fees for state CPA societies and the AICPA.
• Paid continuing professional education (CPE).

Hiring Process

• Initial phone screening to assess fit for the role.
• Panel interviews with HR and potential colleagues.
• Transparent communication and feedback throughout the hiring process.

Location

This position can be based in any office location or fully remote.