Part-Time Controller (Outsourced Services)
Controller
(Outsourced Services)
JOB TYPE: Full-Time/Part-Time
JOB LOCATION: Utah (virtual work from home office and visit client locations)
CATEGORY: Finance and Accounting
JOB SUMMARY:
Preferred CFO is an outsourced/fractional CFO firm providing premium finance and accounting assistance to growing and emerging companies. We are seeking a dynamic and accomplished individual to assume the outsourced controllership position for a select group of our existing clients. This position delivers part-time/outsourced controller services to a variety of companies simultaneously. Being a key team member for several different clients provides the controller with broad exposure to different businesses, management styles, and best practices. As a trusted advisor to the executive management teams within these companies, the controller is expected to oversee the tactical finance and accounting function within the company.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Oversee the day-to-day accounting work of the accountant assigned to the client
• Maintain general ledger and chart of accounts
• Complete the month-end close workbook for each client on a timely basis (i.e. no later than the 10th day after month end)
• Reconcile all balance sheet and income statement accounts as part of the monthly close process
• Assist the assigned CFO with the monthly reporting package
• Prepare and record general journal entries, primarily for more complex accounting areas or areas involving judgment and estimates (i.e. revenue recognition)
• Develop strong working relationships with clients and other stakeholders
• Provide leadership and support to junior accountants
• Report risk issues and potential opportunities to the assigned CFO
• Suggest and implement operational best practices within the finance and accounting department
• Employ good, sound judgment and become a trusted advisor within the company
• Develop and manage financial controls in accordance with the company's procedures
• Generate qualified leads for future engagements by networking with other professional trusted advisors
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required (CPA, MBA or MAcc a plus)
• QuickBooks Certified (within 90 days of hire)
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required
• Bill.com and Expensify experience a plus
• Strong and verifiable technical accounting skills
• Ability to plan, direct, and control the tactical accounting function for multiple client companies at any given time
• A decisive individual who possesses a "big picture" perspective and is well versed in implementing and maintaining effective accounting controls and systems
• Ability to analyze existing operations and recommend and implement both revised and new policies, procedures, and systems
• Willing to travel to local and regional client locations (out-of-state travel is very limited)
• Exceptional ability to motivate, coach, and develop junior accounting professionals
• Impeccable communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to present reports accurately and concisely to the assigned CFO and/or executive management team
• Unquestionable business ethics and personal integrity
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(Outsourced Services)
JOB TYPE: Full-Time/Part-Time
JOB LOCATION: Utah (virtual work from home office and visit client locations)
CATEGORY: Finance and Accounting
JOB SUMMARY:
Preferred CFO is an outsourced/fractional CFO firm providing premium finance and accounting assistance to growing and emerging companies. We are seeking a dynamic and accomplished individual to assume the outsourced controllership position for a select group of our existing clients. This position delivers part-time/outsourced controller services to a variety of companies simultaneously. Being a key team member for several different clients provides the controller with broad exposure to different businesses, management styles, and best practices. As a trusted advisor to the executive management teams within these companies, the controller is expected to oversee the tactical finance and accounting function within the company.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Oversee the day-to-day accounting work of the accountant assigned to the client
• Maintain general ledger and chart of accounts
• Complete the month-end close workbook for each client on a timely basis (i.e. no later than the 10th day after month end)
• Reconcile all balance sheet and income statement accounts as part of the monthly close process
• Assist the assigned CFO with the monthly reporting package
• Prepare and record general journal entries, primarily for more complex accounting areas or areas involving judgment and estimates (i.e. revenue recognition)
• Develop strong working relationships with clients and other stakeholders
• Provide leadership and support to junior accountants
• Report risk issues and potential opportunities to the assigned CFO
• Suggest and implement operational best practices within the finance and accounting department
• Employ good, sound judgment and become a trusted advisor within the company
• Develop and manage financial controls in accordance with the company's procedures
• Generate qualified leads for future engagements by networking with other professional trusted advisors
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required (CPA, MBA or MAcc a plus)
• QuickBooks Certified (within 90 days of hire)
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required
• Bill.com and Expensify experience a plus
• Strong and verifiable technical accounting skills
• Ability to plan, direct, and control the tactical accounting function for multiple client companies at any given time
• A decisive individual who possesses a "big picture" perspective and is well versed in implementing and maintaining effective accounting controls and systems
• Ability to analyze existing operations and recommend and implement both revised and new policies, procedures, and systems
• Willing to travel to local and regional client locations (out-of-state travel is very limited)
• Exceptional ability to motivate, coach, and develop junior accounting professionals
• Impeccable communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to present reports accurately and concisely to the assigned CFO and/or executive management team
• Unquestionable business ethics and personal integrity
Apply Now
Apply Now