Financial Controller

About the role

Our client, a managed accounting and fractional CFO practice, is looking for a technically sharp, self‑directed Financial Controller. You will lead accounting operations for a portfolio of growth‑stage and mid‑market clients as well as for the firm’s internal finance function.

Key responsibilities

• Lead month‑end close for multiple managed accounting clients, reviewing close packages, reconciliations and financial statements.
• Continuously monitor client books for anomalies, misclassifications and control gaps; escalate material issues to the engagement CFO.
• Manage client‑specific chart of accounts, close calendars, AP/AR workflows and reconciliation schedules across diverse industries.
• Support onboarding of new clients, including system setup, data migration, chart of accounts design and opening‑balance reconciliation.
• Apply AI automation tools and QuickBooks integrations to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Own the firm’s general ledger, overseeing month‑end and year‑end close with variance analysis and narrative reporting.
• Manage semi‑monthly payroll and coordinate contractor payments via platforms such as Wise and Deel.
• Coordinate with external CPA firms on federal, state and local tax compliance, filings and planning.

Required profile

• 5‑8 years of accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a controller or senior accounting manager role.
• CPA or internationally recognized equivalent credential (e.g., ACCA, CPA Australia).
• Expert‑level proficiency with QuickBooks Online in multi‑entity, multi‑industry environments.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and accrual‑basis financial reporting.
• Self‑starter who takes ownership, identifies problems proactively and drives resolution independently.

Required skills

• QuickBooks Online
• Fathom
• Syft
• Dext
• Vic.ai
• Wise
• Deel