Quickbooks Financial Controller

Jobgether; México; Remote; MXN 415,000 - 829,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobgether, on behalf of a partner company, seeks a QuickBooks Financial Controller based in Mexico for a fully remote, full-time contractor role. You will own the General Ledger, manage month-end close, and configure QuickBooks to support reporting and controls.

You report to the CFO, lead transition from external provider to in-house, supervise A/P and A/R, and collaborate with U.S.-based colleagues. English proficiency and strong attention to detail are essential for success in this

Qualifications

• Full General Ledger ownership and senior accounting background.
• Hands-on QuickBooks expertise is essential.
• Experience with GL reconciliations and month-end close.
• Experience transitioning to in-house accounting.
• C1/C2-level English proficiency, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Own the General Ledger and ensure accurate financial records.
• Configure, optimize, and manage QuickBooks for reporting and controls.
• Lead or support QuickBooks configuration and implementations.
• Transition accounting activities from external provider to in-house.
• Manage monthly close, reconciliations, and account reviews.
• Oversee bank reconciliations and cash position.
• Prepare financial statements and P&L by division.
• Supervise AP and AR specialists and approve invoices and payroll.
• Coordinate payroll tax, sales tax, and 1099 matters.

Skills

Advanced QuickBooks

QuickBooks Online

QuickBooks Desktop

General Ledger management

English communication

Attention to detail

Independent work

Tools

BigTime

Job description

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a QuickBooks Financial Controller based in Mexico.

This is a fully remote, full-time opportunity for an experienced accounting professional ready to take ownership of a company’s financial operations.
You will report directly to the CFO and play a central role in strengthening and professionalizing the finance function.
The position offers significant responsibility across the General Ledger, month-end close, reconciliations, reporting, cash management, and accounting controls.
A key part of the role will be helping transition accounting activities from an external provider to a fully in-house operation.
You will also become the internal QuickBooks expert, configuring and optimizing the platform to support business and reporting needs.
The role combines hands-on accounting with team oversight, operational support, and collaboration with U.S.-based colleagues and clients.
It is an ideal opportunity for an independent, highly detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced, remote environment and values meaningful ownership.

Accountabilities

• Take full ownership of the General Ledger, ensuring financial records are accurate, complete, and consistently maintained.
• Configure, optimize, and manage QuickBooks to support accounting structures, reporting requirements, and business processes.
• Lead or support QuickBooks configuration and implementation initiatives.
• Drive the transition of accounting and General Ledger activities from an external accounting provider to an in-house function.
• Manage monthly close activities, including reconciliations, account reviews, and timely closing of the books.
• Establish and maintain an appropriate Chart of Accounts and consistent accounting classification standards.
• Prepare and review financial statements and P&L reports across business divisions.
• Oversee bank reconciliations and monitor cash position and related financial information.
• Provide accurate and timely financial information to support CFO review and decision-making.
• Supervise Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable specialists and ensure their work meets established standards.
• Review and approve invoices, time reports, client statements, payroll, vendor payments, and expense submissions.
• Coordinate payroll tax, sales tax, and 1099-related accounting matters.
• Apply accounting policies and procedures established by the CFO accurately and consistently.
• Maintain strong financial controls and a consistently high level of accuracy.
• Support accounting-related client requests and assist with operational matters when required in a small-team environment.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Financial Controller, Senior Accountant, or comparable senior accounting professional with full General Ledger ownership.
• Advanced, hands-on professional experience with QuickBooks is essential; basic familiarity or occasional use is not sufficient.
• Strong experience with QuickBooks Online and/or QuickBooks Desktop.
• Demonstrated experience configuring QuickBooks and/or leading or supporting a QuickBooks implementation.
• Solid knowledge of General Ledger management, reconciliations, and month-end close processes.
• Experience preparing financial statements, P&L reports, and other management-level financial information.
• Strong understanding of Chart of Accounts structures, accounting classifications, and financial controls.
• Experience overseeing or working closely with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a strong track record of maintaining low error rates.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and operate with minimal supervision.
• Strong ability to execute accounting policies and procedures with precision and consistency.
• Comfortable taking on operational responsibilities beyond traditional accounting when business needs require it.
• C1/C2-level English proficiency, both written and spoken, with confidence communicating with U.S.-based colleagues and clients.
• Availability to work with the required overlap during U.S. business hours.
• Experience transitioning an accounting function from an external provider to an in-house team is highly valued.
• Experience with BigTime or similar project accounting software is a plus.
• Background in professional services, interior design, architecture, construction, or other project-based environments is advantageous.
• Previous experience supervising accounting or bookkeeping professionals is preferred.
• As part of the application, candidates should be prepared to submit a short video in English introducing themselves and summarizing their accounting background, followed by a 30-second to 1-minute overview of their professional QuickBooks experience, including versions used, responsibilities, and any configuration or implementation experience.
• $2,000–$4,000 USD per month, depending on experience and location.
• Fully remotework arrangement.
• Full-time contractoropportunity with long-term potential.
• Direct exposure to the CFO and senior leadership.
• Significant ownership and autonomy over the accounting function.
• Opportunity to lead an important transition from outsourced to in-house accounting operations.
• Opportunity to become the organization’s internal QuickBooks expert.
• A high-impact role combining accounting leadership, process improvement, and operational responsibility.
• Flexible remote environment with required overlap during U.S. business hours.
• Short initial trial period designed to ensure a strong mutual fit.

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