Controller - High-Growth Startups - Fully Remote

B Consulting • Chicago, IL

26d • Remote

About The Position

B Consulting partners with high-growth, venture-backed startups to build and run their finance and accounting functions. We don’t just close books - we help founders build infrastructure, make decisions, and scale intelligently. We’re looking for a Controller who operates like an owner, not just an accountant. This role is for someone who has personally built and run finance functions inside growing companies—including accounting, payroll, and benefits—and is comfortable stepping into messy, fast-moving environments to bring clarity and structure.

Requirements

• Been the Controller, Head of Finance, or #1/#2 finance hire at a startup or high-growth company.
• Built or cleaned up accounting and finance operations from the ground up.
• Worked closely with founders or operators in a hands-on, fast-paced environment.
• Owned both technical accounting AND operational accounting (payroll, benefits, systems).
• Implemented or significantly improved systems like QuickBooks, NetSuite, Gusto, Rippling, etc.
• Strong accounting foundation (CPA a plus, not required).
• Experience in startup or high-growth environments (this is critical).
• Proven ability to own both accounting AND operational finance.
• Comfortable managing multiple clients and priorities.
• Systems-oriented thinker who enjoys building and improving processes.
• Clear communicator who can work directly with founders.

Nice To Haves

• CPA

Responsibilities

• Serve as the day-to-day finance lead for multiple startup clients, working directly with founders and operators.
• Own the monthly close and deliver accurate, decision-ready financials.
• Translate financial results into clear insights for founders.
• Build and improve processes, systems, and controls as companies scale.
• Manage and mentor a team (onshore + offshore) to execute day-to-day accounting.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for auditors, tax partners, and external stakeholders.
• Personally own or have owned payroll and benefits administration (Gusto, Rippling, ADP, Justworks, etc.).
• Build finance processes in companies without full infrastructure.

Benefits

• Work with a portfolio of high-growth startups across tech, consumer, and life sciences.
• Opportunity to operate as a trusted advisor, not just a back-office function.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed