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Fractional Controller – Client Advisory Services

About the Company

Search Group Solutions is partnering with a growing financial and operational advisory firm that supports venture-backed and founder-led companies across consumer, technology, and SaaS sectors. The firm provides hands-on accounting leadership, scalable systems, and strategic financial support to high-growth organizations.

This team works closely with executive leadership to build strong financial foundations and deliver reliable, actionable reporting.

Position Summary

The Fractional Controller will serve as the primary accounting and finance leader for multiple client organizations. This role is responsible for overseeing financial operations, ensuring compliance, improving processes, and delivering accurate, timely reporting.

The position supports several clients simultaneously and requires strong organizational skills, adaptability, and a client-service mindset.

Key Responsibilities

Lead month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting

Oversee revenue, expenses, accruals, and general ledger activity

Manage and develop domestic and international accounting staff

Maintain GAAP compliance and internal controls

Prepare monthly financial statements and management reports

Develop annual budgets and financial forecasts

Analyze variances, trends, and performance metrics

Monitor compliance calendars and regulatory requirements

Oversee AP, AR, billing, inventory, and revenue recognition

Evaluate and implement accounting systems and tools

Manage relationships with banks, vendors, and external partners

Document and improve accounting workflows and procedures

Systems & Tools

Experience with most of the following platforms or similar systems:

QuickBooks Online

NetSuite

Bill.com

Gusto

Shopify

Xero

Required Experience and Skills

Experience supporting startup and growth-stage companies

Background in outsourced accounting, advisory, or client services

Ability to manage multiple client engagements simultaneously

Experience with CPG and inventory-based businesses (food and beverage preferred)

Strong knowledge of revenue recognition, COGS, and inventory costing

Understanding of accrual accounting and GAAP standards

Experience with trade spend and promotion accounting

Strong organizational and time management skills

High attention to detail and accuracy

Excellent written and verbal communication

Strong problem-solving and project management abilities

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Accounting, Business, or related field

CPA preferred

Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience

Prior experience in fractional, outsourced, or advisory roles preferred

Previous Controller-level responsibility strongly preferred