E-commerce Controller & Finance Leader (Remote)

FinanceWithin; United States; Remote; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

FinanceWithin is seeking a seasoned Controller to lead a pod of Accounting Managers and bookkeepers handling multi-client e-commerce accounts. You will drive timely financial reporting, mentor your team, and act as a strategic advisor to clients.

Strong communication, business acumen, and tech-savviness for automation and AI tools are essential. The ideal candidate has 7+ years in full-cycle accounting, experience managing a multi-client environment, and a Bachelor's in Accounting (CPA

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in full-cycle accounting.
• Experience in a multi-client or consulting role preferred.
• Experience leading a team and supervising staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee month-end close and key accounting activities for your pod.
• Review management reports with key metrics and ensure accuracy across balance sheet and P&L.
• Ensure proper reconciliations for all balance sheet accounts and perform trend analyses.
• Review inventory affecting costs and inventory write-offs; ensure accuracy in inventory systems.
• Oversee accounts receivable/payable processing and aging reports; manage bill payments.
• Oversee payroll processing, including journal entries and accruals.
• Provide ad hoc reports and dashboards; deliver KPI insights to clients.
• Develop SOPs around finance and accounting best practices and educate clients on financial health.
• Escalation point for client communications; partner with clients on solutions and strategy.
• Lead training sessions; build automations and AI-enabled processes where possible.
• Manage pod budget and maintain organized file/document storage.

Skills

Leadership

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

QBO

Excel

NetSuite

Xero

Job description

FinanceWithin is seeking a seasoned Controller to lead a pod of Accounting Managers and bookkeepers handling multi-client e-commerce accounts. You will drive timely financial reporting, mentor your team, and act as a strategic advisor to clients.

Strong communication, business acumen, and tech-savviness for automation and AI tools are essential. The ideal candidate has 7+ years in full-cycle accounting, experience managing a multi-client environment, and a Bachelor's in Accounting (CPA