Controller

We are looking for a controller to support a professional services organization in San Francisco, California. This long-term contract position is ideal for a hands-on accounting leader who can operate independently, oversee core financial activities, and deliver accurate reporting that supports business decisions. The role requires strong ownership of day-to-day accounting operations, financial statement preparation, and cash flow visibility in a partially onsite environment.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the full accounting function with a high degree of autonomy, acting as the primary lead for financial operations and reporting.

• Prepare timely and accurate financial statements and ensure results are aligned with accounting records and business activity.

• Develop and maintain cash flow forecasts to help leadership monitor liquidity and plan upcoming financial needs.

• Manage accounting activity across systems, including maintaining accuracy between QuickBooks and Deltek Vantagepoint through regular reconciliation.

• Support compliance-related accounting needs for the organization’s New York entity and help ensure financial records meet applicable requirements.

• Review general ledger activity, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies to preserve reporting accuracy.

• Partner with internal stakeholders to provide financial insights, answer accounting questions, and support operational decision-making.

• Work onsite three days per week while maintaining consistent control over deadlines, close activities, and reporting deliverables.

Qualifications:

• 7+ years of progressive accounting or controllership experience, ideally within a services environment.
• Strong background in preparing financial statements and managing month-end and periodic close activities.
• Experience building and monitoring cash flow forecasts and communicating financial outlook clearly.
• Proficiency with Deltek Vantagepoint and familiarity with QuickBooks in a multi-system accounting environment.
• Ability to work independently and manage a broad range of accounting responsibilities with minimal oversight.
• Solid understanding of general ledger reconciliations, compliance-focused accounting, and financial controls.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work onsite in San Francisco, California three days per week.

Compensation

$70.00-$80.00 Hourly

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