CHL - Senior Accountant / Controller

Job Title: Senior Accountant / Controller

Reporting to: Founder / CEO

Location: 100% Remote

Engagement Type: Independent Contractor

Commitment: Full-time (Approx. 40 hours/week)

Contractor Fee: $3,200-$3,800 / month (USD)

Start Date: ASAP

Overview:

Tidal is a Direct Placement Agency that helps job seekers find opportunities for real growth by partnering with stable, responsible businesses experienced in building remote teams. Owned and operated by consumer brand owners and operators, Tidal brings deep offshore team-building experience and works closely with founders to help them scale efficiently by leveraging global talent. This role supports a fast-growing, consumer-focused business as it enters its next phase of financial maturity and strategic planning.

Job Summary:

The Senior Accountant / Controller will own the company’s core accounting operations end-to-end, with a primary focus on stabilizing and maintaining accurate, timely financial records. This role is responsible for ensuring consistent monthly closes, clean reconciliations, and reliable financial reporting. It is a hands-on, execution-focused position designed for a detail-oriented accounting professional who thrives in structured, accountability-driven environments and can operate independently in a remote setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own and execute the monthly close process, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness

• Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, including invoicing, collections, and vendor payments

• Maintain the general ledger with proper classification, documentation, and audit readiness

• Perform bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations on a regular cadence

• Prepare and review monthly financial statements, including P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow

• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and US-based reporting practices

• Partner with leadership to resolve historical accounting issues and improve data accuracy

• Coordinate with external vendors for payroll, tax filings, and audit support as needed

• Use accounting systems such as NetSuite, QuickBooks, or similar to manage financial data

• Build and maintain supporting schedules and reports using Google Sheets or Excel

• Manage expense tracking and AP workflows using relevant tools and systems

• Communicate clearly with stakeholders via Slack, Google Meet, and Zoom

• Identify process gaps and implement improvements to increase efficiency and reduce errors

• Support ad hoc financial reporting and analysis requests from leadership

• Operate independently with strong ownership, attention to detail, and accountability in a remote environment

Shift Schedule:

• Monday to Friday, flexible working hours with some overlap required with US business hours.