Controller

About the role

We're seeking a hands-on Controller to join our growing Bay Area consulting team. This opportunity is ideal for experienced Controllers who thrive in dynamic environments, enjoy solving complex business challenges, and want exposure to a variety of industries and organizations.

Responsibilities

• Serve in Controller level leadership roles for client organizations
• Lead day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting, and month-end close processes
• Strengthen internal controls, improve accounting workflows, and enhance audit readiness
• Oversee general ledger activity, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, revenue recognition, inventory, cost accounting, and compliance functions as applicable to each engagement
• Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial planning initiatives
• Deliver timely and accurate financial reporting to executives, ownership groups, investors, lenders, and boards of directors
• Evaluate existing accounting processes and implement scalable solutions that support growth
• Partner with leadership teams to provide actionable financial insights and operational recommendations
• Serve as a primary point of contact for auditors, banking partners, tax advisors, and other external stakeholders
• Assist with ERP implementations, system upgrades, process improvements, and finance transformation initiatives

Requirements

We're looking for a well-rounded accounting leader who can quickly assess business needs, build trust with stakeholders, and create immediate value through both strategic insight and hands-on execution. This is a full-time consulting position offering a hybrid schedule, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to collaborate with an accomplished team of finance and accounting professionals.

Qualifications

• Controller, Assistant Controller, or senior accounting leadership experience
• Experience supporting organizations across multiple industries strongly preferred
• Ability to quickly assess business challenges and adapt to new environments
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, and accounting operations
• Proven success leading accounting teams and driving process improvements
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate financial information for non-financial audiences
• Hands-on leadership style with a willingness to dive into operational details when necessary
• CPA preferred but not required
• Public accounting experience is a plus
• Experience with ERP implementations, system conversions, or process transformation initiatives is highly valued

Skills

Proficiency in GAAP, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team are essential.

Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to collaborate with an accomplished team of finance and accounting professionals.

Pay

$150,000 – $180,000 Base Salary DOE

Schedule

This is a full-time consulting position offering a hybrid schedule.