Fractional Controller

Gofractional; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

GoFractional is seeking a seasoned fractional Controller for remote contract work to oversee financial operations, close cycles, and ensure accurate reporting. You will manage the general ledger, supervise month-end and year-end closes, and maintain internal controls and accounting policies.

The role requires expertise in budgeting, forecasting, cash flow analysis, GAAP, audits, and ERP systems; strong Excel modeling and cross-functional collaboration will help optimize profitability as the

Qualifications

• Experience in financial accounting and general ledger management.
• Budgeting, forecasting, cash flow and variance analysis skills.
• Proficient with accounting software and ERP; advanced Excel modeling.
• Knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and audits.
• Background in controller-level or senior accounting roles, multi-site or service/food-related businesses.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment and collaborate with non-finance teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills with attention to detail.
• Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance; CPA or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the general ledger and oversee month-end close processes.
• Supervise year-end close and prepare financial statements.
• Maintain internal controls and accounting policies.
• Review budgets and forecasts and monitor cash flow.
• Analyze variances to support data-driven decisions for leadership.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes.
• Support audits and compliance activities; assist in refining financial systems.
• Provide guidance on financial best practices and profitability improvements.

Skills

General ledger management

Financial statement prep

Budgeting & forecasting

Cash flow analysis

Variance analysis

GAAP & internal controls

Audit support

ERP software

Advanced Excel modeling

Cross-functional collaboration

Remote work capability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or equivalent certification preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Accounting software

Job description

Role Description

The fractional Controller role is a remote, contract position responsible for overseeing Sifted's financial operations and ensuring accurate, timely reporting. Day-to-day responsibilities include managing the general ledger, supervising month-end and year-end close, preparing financial statements, and maintaining internal controls and accounting policies. The Controller will review budgets and forecasts, monitor cash flow, and analyze variances to support leadership in data-driven decision-making. This role will collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline financial processes, support compliance and audits, and help refine financial systems as the company scales. The fractional Controller will also provide guidance on financial best practices and help optimize profitability and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in financial accounting, general ledger management, and preparation of financial statements.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow analysis, and variance analysis.
• Proficiency with accounting software and ERP systems; advanced Excel skills (e.g., financial modeling, complex formulas).
• Knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and compliance requirements; experience supporting audits.
• Background in controller-level or senior accounting roles, ideally in multi-site, service, or food-related businesses.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate effectively with non-finance teams.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with attention to detail and a process-improvement mindset.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or equivalent certification is strongly preferred.