Fractional Controller

Ascent CFO Solutions•Denver, CO

6d•$75•Remote

About The Position

At Ascent CFO Solutions, we are a leading Fractional CFO services firm dedicated to providing strategic financial leadership and insights to startups and SMEs. Our mission is to empower businesses to achieve financial clarity and sustainable growth. As we continue to expand our services and client base, we're looking for a top-notch Controller to join our dynamic team of fractional financial professionals. In this role, you will serve as a trusted advisor to our diverse portfolio of clients. Your work will be meaningful and exciting, supporting businesses that are going through transformation, growth, process improvement, fundraising, preparing for an exit, and/or looking to acquire other companies. As a Fractional Controller with Ascent CFO Solutions, you will be an experienced technical Accountant, responsible for leading Accounting processes for our client organizations. As a strong communicator and skilled financial analyst, you will help streamline budgeting, payroll, and financial reporting processes. Our clients include cutting-edge startups, scale-ups, and private companies, in addition to VC- and PE-backed companies across a wide range of industries (Technology, SaaS, Professional Services, Construction, Manufacturing, eCommerce, Healthcare, CPG, FinTech, Real Estate, and more). Can you picture yourself as a member of our team?

Requirements

Minimum of 12 years of experience in Finance/Accounting with at least 5 years in a leadership role
Bachelor's Degree in Finance/Accounting and/or Business Administration
CPA preferred; strong understanding of GAAP
Experience working in a wide range of industries
Proven experience working with fast-growth companies from early stages up to $50M in revenue
Proficient with Microsoft Office products, having advanced knowledge of Excel; Google Suite is a plus
Experience working with payroll, expense reimbursement and bill pay systems (Gusto, etc)
Previous experience with QBO & ERP systems (Quickbooks, NetSuite, etc)
Passion for collaboration and providing excellent client service
Tech-Savvy, comfortable learning new cloud tools
The ability to multi-task and juggle multiple clients at once
Working knowledge of tax preparation such as 1099s and sales tax forms

Responsibilities

Oversee and participate in general ledger setup, account control, journal entry processes, monthly closing and reporting
Produce financial reporting packages including dashboard and KPI reporting
Oversee weekly, semi-monthly, etc. payroll processes
Manage year-end audit engagements
Manage and reconcile balance sheet accounts
Research and implement new accounting pronouncements
Bank reconciliations and cash management, intercompany accounts
Prepare periodic consolidating financial statements, including all eliminating entries
Prepare and submit debt compliance and other bank reporting as required