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A bit about us:

We are seeking a Controller to lead accounting and finance operations for a growing professional services firm. This role oversees financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash management, internal controls, and strategic financial planning. Working closely with executive leadership and operational teams, the Controller will help to build out the accounting function while managing 2 direct reports. You will have a strong impact as the organizations first Controller hire. If you have experience working in a lean organization of ~200 employees and the opportunity to build a department as you see fit, please apply! Growth path to CFO. CPA required.

Why join us?

Fully remote - must live in the U.S., Pacific time zone working hours
9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off)
Closed the week between Christmas & New Years (Not charged as PTO)
No Meeting Fridays company policy
9am-3pm PST core hours - work according to your personal schedule outside of that
100% employer-paid benefits for the employee
401k w/ match
4+ weeks PTO
Annual firm-wide retreat for relaxing with coworkers - all expenses paid

Job Details

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead annual budgeting, rolling forecasts, financial modeling, and monthly management reporting.
  • Analyze financial performance, key business metrics, budget variances, and profitability by department, service line, and partner.
  • Oversee accounting operations, including month-end and year-end close, accounts receivable, work-in-process, billing, collections, payroll, and cash flow management.
  • Manage treasury activities, banking relationships, liquidity planning, and borrowing facilities.
  • Support partner compensation analysis, capital accounts, distributions, buy-ins, buy-outs, and related financial reporting.
  • Partner with leadership on headcount planning, expense management, operational performance, and strategic decision-making.
  • Provide financial analysis and integration support for mergers, acquisitions, and other growth initiatives.
  • Establish and maintain effective internal controls, accounting policies, financial documentation, and compliance practices, including multi-state considerations.
  • Coordinate annual audits and tax filings with external advisors and service providers.
  • Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows, automate processes, enhance financial systems, and strengthen reporting capabilities.
  • Lead and develop the accounting and finance team, including payroll, while establishing clear priorities, processes, and accountability.
  • Collaborate across departments to support business initiatives, improve financial visibility, and drive operational efficiency.

Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
  • Active CPA certification required.
  • At least 8 years of progressive accounting and finance experience
  • Strong background in financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and variance analysis.
  • Experience overseeing accounting operations, payroll, cash management, and internal controls.
  • Professional services or public accounting experience preferred.
  • Strong analytical, financial, and business acumen, with the ability to translate complex financial information into clear, actionable recommendations.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills, including the ability to work effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
  • Exceptional attention to detail, sound judgment, and a commitment to accuracy and accountability.
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