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 Apply tot his job