Controller (Part Time) 16758799

Cherry Bekaert•Washington, DC

7d•$70,000 - $80,000•Remote

About The Position

Cordia Resources by Cherry Bekaert is partnered with a dynamic communications and advisory firm who is seeking a permanent part-time Controller to join their team. Are you a hands-on accounting professional looking for a strategic role in a fast-paced, innovative environment? This is an exciting opportunity to become the first in-house Controller for a firm that champions leading innovators, disruptors, and investors—including Fortune 500s, global CEOs, and life-changing NGOs. The firm is renowned for combining media, political, business, and legal expertise to guide clients through their toughest challenges. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact as the sole accounting professional in a growing firm, with the potential to hire support staff as the company expands. You’ll report directly to the founding partner and interact with a close-knit internal team and high-profile clients. If you are a true problem solver who thrives in a dynamic, entrepreneurial setting, we encourage you to apply!

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field (required)
5+ years of hands-on experience in a smaller, billable-hours environment ($5–10M company experience preferred)
Proficiency in QuickBooks Online, Bill.com, and MS Office Suite
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Detail-oriented, resourceful, and able to prioritize competing priorities
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Must be available daily, even if for only 2 hours some days

Nice To Haves

CPA certification preferred
Professional services experience (PR, Law, Architecture/Engineering, Consulting)

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day accounting operations and monthly closing, including preparation and analysis of financial statements and reporting packages
Manage billing, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, expense tracking, financial planning and analysis, cash flow, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting
Maintain general ledger and record intercompany transactions
Oversee compliance for retirement and benefit plans, coordinate with third-party administrators, and manage related journal entries
Serve as primary contact for banking relationships, initiate wire transfers, manage firm funds, and resolve compliance issues
Prepare and review tax schedules, coordinate with outside accounting firm for quarterly federal estimated tax payments
Develop and monitor internal control procedures to ensure accuracy of financial statements and reports
Collaborate with executive leadership, founding partners, and high-profile external clients