CPA Controller - Fractional

Ambio, Inc.; Grovetown (GA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking a fractional Controller to oversee accounting activities. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and at least 10 years of progressive experience. Responsibilities include supervising the Accounting Manager, preparing financial statements, and ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP. The position is part-time, approximately 5-10 hours monthly, with a flexible schedule based on company needs. Candidates must be U.S.-based and currently working in a consulting role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Consultant must be US based.
• Currently working in a consulting or fractional role.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and provide guidance to the on‑site Accounting Manager.
• Oversee the monthly close processes and review account reconciliations.
• Prepare consolidated financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal accounting policies.
• Assist with tax preparation and coordinate with external tax advisors.

Skills

Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP

Building and dynamic financial models for budgeting and forecasting

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Proficiency with accounting systems and financial reporting tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Job description

Reporting to the President, the Controller will serve in a fractional capacity and will oversee all accounting, budget, tax and forecasting activities. The Controller will provide oversight and guidance to full‑time Accounting Manager that is responsible for the day‑to‑day accounting activities.

Primary Responsibilities

• Supervise and provide guidance to the on‑site Accounting Manager
• Oversee the monthly close processes, review account reconciliations and estimates
• Review revenue and expense project coding
• Prepare consolidated financial statements
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal accounting policies
• Update forecast and budget models
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy
• Assist with tax preparation and coordinate with external tax advisors
• Prepare annual budget
• Assist leadership with strategic planning and forecasting
• Assist with due diligence activities and requests
• Prepare financial reports for board meetings
• Provide technical accounting guidance on complex transactions

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting - required
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive accounting experience – required
• Consultant must be US based – required
• Currently working in a consulting or fractional role – required
• Experience in biotech or pharmaceutical industries - preferred

Skills and Competencies

• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP
• Building and dynamic financial models for budgeting and forecasting
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with accounting systems and financial reporting tools

Engagement Structure

• Fractional / part‑time engagement (approximately 5-10 hours monthly)
• Flexible schedule based on company needs
• Reports to senior leadership (President and CEO)