About Us:
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.Job Description:
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?
Primary Responsibilities for this role include:
- 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
- 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
Compensation: Around $75+ based on experience
Location: Boulder/Denver based preferred, Remote role with some in-person meetings/events
Why Our Employees Choose Ascent CFO Solutions:
- 2-Time Winner of Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Companies nationwide
- 4-Time Winner of Built In's Best Places to Work
- Set your own schedule, choose the number of hours you want to work, generally between 25-35+ hours/week, and work remotely (with in-person opportunities)
- Engage with a wide range of business matters across a variety of industries
- Connect with highly talented Ascent team members (CFOs, VPs Finance, Controllers, Accounting Managers, and Senior Accountants) who are ready and willing to collaborate and support you on projects
- Benefit from our strong 12+ year reputation in delivering custom engagements with a high level of accuracy, responsiveness, and expertise
- Work directly with smart entrepreneurs and business leaders who view you as a trusted partner in their companies
Benefits include:
- W2 Position with employee health, dental and vision insurance
- 401K match
- Quarterly stipend towards educational or professional development
- Technology stipend
- Paid sick time, holiday time & volunteer time
- Bonus/commission eligibility
- Mentoring opportunities
Ascent CFO Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce.
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What We Do
Ascent CFO Solutions is a team of fractional financial professionals with deep and diverse experiences who thrive in multi-faceted roles. Our team provides financial modeling, cash flow forecasting, data visualization, funding/capital strategy, fractional CFO consulting, interim CFO and accounting, general accounting, and M&A support to high-growth startups and established companies in all stages. We are not simply service providers. Since 2011, Ascent CFO Solutions has committed to being a firm that partners closely with its clients. We become part of the client’s trusted team and work directly with senior leadership. We differentiate our team by our level of responsiveness, accuracy, and expertise, and we utilize cloud-based tools for innovative scalable processes. Our customized approach for each client ensures that companies move in the right direction - Upward.
Why Work With Us
As a Fractional CFO firm, our team members work for multiple clients on a wide range of business matters across a variety of industries. We offer flexible schedules, the opportunity to work with growing companies who are going through transformation, and a team of caring and intelligent financial professionals who always have your back.
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