Controller

Finance in a Box; Ahmedabad District; Remote; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

US client exposure

Job summary

Finance in a Box, a California-based accounting and financial consulting firm, seeks a seasoned Financial Controller to oversee accounting operations for US-based clients. This remote role requires strong US GAAP, technical accounting, and leadership to drive timely reporting and robust internal controls.

The ideal candidate will lead month-end close, financial reporting, and compliance activities while collaborating with client leadership and auditors across time zones.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 8–10 years of accounting/finance experience, with controllership exposure.
• Strong US GAAP knowledge and financial reporting experience.
• Experience with month-end close and internal controls.
• Ability to lead and collaborate with US-based client teams remotely.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting operations including GL, journals, accruals, reconciliations, AP and AR.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual closes per US GAAP.
• Prepare financial statements and management reports.
• Maintain policies, procedures, and documentation.
• Manage client relationships and stakeholder communications.

Skills

US GAAP

Financial reporting

Month-end close

Team leadership

Client communication

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

CPA/CA qualification

Tools

NetSuite

QuickBooks

ERP

Job description

Finance in a Box is a California, USA-based accounting and financial consulting firm providing outsourced CFO, Controller, and accounting services to businesses worldwide.

Overview

Job Title: Controller

Job Location: Remote

We are looking for an experienced Financial Controller to oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, compliance, and internal controls for our US-based clients. This role requires strong expertise in US GAAP, financial close processes, technical accounting, and management reporting, along with the ability to lead accounting teams and work directly with client stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will combine hands-on accounting expertise with financial leadership, ensuring accurate and timely reporting, effective financial controls, and continuous improvement of accounting processes.

Responsibilities

1. Accounting Operations and Financial Reporting
   • Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger management, journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
   • Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring accuracy and adherence to reporting deadlines.
   • Prepare and review financial statements, balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and supporting schedules in accordance with US GAAP.
   • Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of accounting records and financial reports.
   • Establish and maintain standardized accounting policies, procedures, and documentation.
2. US GAAP and Technical Accounting
   • Apply US GAAP requirements to financial reporting and accounting operations.
   • Oversee revenue recognition in accordance with ASC 606 and lease accounting under ASC 842, as applicable.
   • Research and resolve complex accounting issues and ensure appropriate treatment of financial transactions.
   • Support multi-entity accounting and consolidation activities, where applicable.
   • Stay informed of relevant accounting standards and regulatory developments.
3. Financial Planning and Management Reporting
   • Prepare and review budgets, forecasts, cash flow projections, and management reports.
   • Conduct budget-versus-actual analysis and investigate significant financial variances.
   • Provide financial insights and recommendations to support client decision-making.
   • Monitor key financial performance indicators and identify opportunities to improve financial performance and operational efficiency.
   • Support financial planning, working capital management, and cost-control initiatives.
4. Client Relationship and Stakeholder Management
   • Serve as a key finance contact for assigned clients and build strong working relationships with client leadership teams.
   • Lead financial review discussions and communicate financial results, reporting issues, risks, and recommendations.
   • Understand client requirements and ensure timely, accurate delivery of agreed accounting and reporting services.
   • Coordinate with client teams, external auditors, tax advisors, and other stakeholders as required.
   • Proactively identify and resolve accounting issues and elevate significant risks when necessary.
5. Compliance, Internal Controls and Audit
   • Establish, implement, and monitor effective internal controls and accounting procedures.
   • Coordinate internal and external audit requirements, including audit schedules, supporting documentation, and responses to auditor queries.
   • Review tax and regulatory filings and coordinate with relevant tax professionals to ensure timely compliance.
   • Track audit findings, develop corrective action plans, and monitor their implementation.
   • Maintain appropriate financial records, supporting documentation, and record-retention practices.
   • Support SOX compliance and SEC reporting requirements for clients where applicable.
6. Team Leadership and Process Improvement
   • Supervise, mentor, and review the work of accounting professionals to ensure quality and timely delivery.
   • Allocate responsibilities, establish review mechanisms, and maintain accountability for deliverables.
   • Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes, improve close timelines, and enhance reporting accuracy.
   • Support accounting systems implementation, financial systems improvements, and automation initiatives.
   • Develop scalable processes and standard operating procedures to support client growth and operational efficiency.

Experience and Background

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; a master's degree or professional accounting qualification is preferred.
• At least 8-10 years of relevant accounting and finance experience, including substantial experience in financial controllership.
• Strong practical knowledge of US GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Hands-on experience managing month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, reconciliations, financial statements, and internal controls.
• Working knowledge of ASC 606 and ASC 842, as applicable to client requirements.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and management reporting.
• Experience coordinating audits, compliance activities, and financial documentation.
• Strong client-facing communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead accounting teams, review work, and manage multiple deliverables and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment and collaborate effectively with teams working in US time zones.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA), or equivalent professional qualification.
• Experience working with US-based businesses, accounting firms, or outsourced finance and accounting service providers.
• Experience in SaaS or technology businesses, including ARR reporting and subscription revenue recognition.
• Experience with multi-entity accounting, consolidation, and global financial reporting.
• Familiarity with ERP and accounting platforms such as NetSuite, QuickBooks, or comparable systems.
• Experience with SOX compliance, SEC reporting, 10-Q and 10-K filings, and IPO readiness, where relevant to the client portfolio.
• Experience building accounting teams, standardizing financial processes, and driving finance transformation initiatives.
• Strong analytical and financial problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to reporting accuracy.
• Effective client communication and relationship management.
• Leadership, team development, and accountability.
• Sound judgment, integrity, and professional discretion.
• Process improvement and continuous learning.
• Ability to prioritize competing deadlines in a remote, client-service environment.
• Remote position based in India.
• Must be available to work the designated US PST-aligned shift, currently 8:00 PM-5:00 AM IST, subject to applicable daylight saving adjustments.
• Requires regular collaboration with US-based clients and internal teams.

Required Skills

Technical Proficiency - IC Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Attention to Detail Accountability ASC 606