Consulting Controller & Trusted Advisor

Confidential; California; On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential is seeking an experienced leader to serve as a consulting controller, overseeing multi-engagement close processes and financial reporting. You will coach teams, advise executives and external stakeholders, and ensure accurate, timely statements and analyses across varied clients.

Ideal candidates bring 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, strong GAAP knowledge, and proven ability to manage multiple engagements in a dynamic professional services setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Master's degree in accounting or CPA license helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team while promoting accountability and collaboration.
• Serve as a consulting controller and trusted advisor to clients and stakeholders.
• Own accurate month-end and year-end close processes with reconciliations and controls.
• Prepare and deliver consolidated financial statements, management reporting, forecasts, and analyses.
• Oversee general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, cash operations, and treasury across engagements.
• Maintain strong financial controls and data integrity; resolve complex accounting matters per U.S. GAAP.
• Lead change, communicate expectations, and balance priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Communication & negotiation

Analytical problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Master's degree or CPA beneficial

Job description

Confidential is seeking an experienced leader to serve as a consulting controller, overseeing multi-engagement close processes and financial reporting. You will coach teams, advise executives and external stakeholders, and ensure accurate, timely statements and analyses across varied clients.

Ideal candidates bring 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, strong GAAP knowledge, and proven ability to manage multiple engagements in a dynamic professional services setting.