Fractional Controller

Alterian; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Alterian is a customer experience technology company seeking a Fractional Controller to oversee core accounting operations on a part-time, as-needed basis. This remote role partners with leadership to maintain general ledger records and deliver monthly and quarterly financial statements.

The ideal candidate will refine budgeting and forecasting models, monitor cash flow, ensure compliance with GAAP, and coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors.

Qualifications

• Experience with GAAP, general ledger management, and financial statement prep.
• Budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and cash flow management.
• Internal controls, compliance, and audit coordination; design and improve processes.
• Proficiency with accounting software, spreadsheets, and dashboards; cloud tools in remote setting.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Clear communication with non-finance stakeholders.
• Experience in Controller/Finance Manager or senior accounting roles; fractional/consulting preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance; CPA preferred.
• Ability to work independently on contract basis and collaborate with distributed team.
• Experience in SaaS/tech/data-driven businesses a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee core accounting operations and financial reporting.
• Maintain accurate general ledgers and prepare monthly/quarterly statements.
• Oversee AP/AR and payroll processes.
• Develop budgeting/forecasting models and monitor cash flow.
• Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors.
• Improve financial systems and workflows.
• Provide strategic financial insights to leadership.
• Work collaboratively across departments in a remote, self-directed environment.

Skills

GAAP accounting

General ledger

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Cash flow management

Internal controls

Audit coordination

ERP software

Cloud-based tools

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Contract/fractional work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or equivalent certification preferred

Tools

Accounting software

ERP systems

Job description

Company Description

Alterian is a customer experience technology company that powers Journey Insight, a platform that combines one of the world’s largest customer behavior data sets with advanced AI. Rather than focusing only on brand-owned channels, Journey Insight reveals the broader landscape of customer decisions happening across the digital ecosystem and turns them into actionable insights. Alterian helps marketing, customer experience, and technology leaders improve acquisition, identify experience gaps, reduce churn, and accelerate growth. Recognized repeatedly by analysts such as Forrester and Gartner, Alterian is known for simple, scalable solutions that integrate into existing systems and deliver rapid time to value. Team members join a culture focused on data-driven innovation and measurable business impact.

Role Description

The Fractional Controller contract role is responsible for overseeing core accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls on a part-time, as-needed basis. This remote position partners with leadership to maintain accurate general ledger records, prepare monthly and quarterly financial statements, and oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll processes. The Fractional Controller will develop and refine budgeting and forecasting models, monitor cash flow, and support compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements. This role also involves reviewing and improving financial systems and workflows, coordinating with external auditors and tax advisors, and providing strategic financial insights to support decision-making. The ideal professional will work collaboratively across departments while remaining highly self-directed in a remote environment.

Qualifications

• Strong financial accounting and reporting skills, including experience with GAAP, general ledger management, and preparation of financial statements.
• Demonstrated expertise in budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and cash flow management to support strategic planning and growth.
• Background in internal controls, compliance, and audit coordination, with the ability to design and improve financial processes and policies.
• Proficiency with accounting and ERP software, spreadsheets, and financial dashboards; comfort working with cloud-based tools in a remote setting.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Clear and professional communication skills, including the ability to explain complex financial information to non-finance stakeholders.
• Proven experience in a Controller, Finance Manager, or senior accounting role; fractional or consulting experience is highly beneficial.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or equivalent professional certification is preferred.
• Ability to work independently on a contract basis, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate effectively with a distributed team.
• Experience in SaaS, technology, or data-driven businesses is a plus, especially in high-growth or innovation-focused environments.