Remote Assistant Controller for High-Growth Startups

Remote Jobs; Indianapolis (IN); Remote; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Topo Advisors is seeking an Assistant Controller to deliver high-quality accounting support for venture-backed startups. You’ll be a hands-on partner to CEOs and leadership teams, guiding monthly closes, budgeting, and strategic analysis.

The role emphasizes detail orientation, scalability, and leadership as our client base grows. Remote-friendly in states where we operate; CPA preferred and fluency with QuickBooks and spreadsheets is expected.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in public accounting, corporate accounting or finance.
• Excellent quantitative skills with strong experience in spreadsheet software and familiarity with QuickBooks.
• CPA strongly preferred.
• Ability to embrace ambiguity, uncertainty, and changing business landscapes.
• Organized with high attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly financial close and general accounting activities for clients.
• Manage relationships with external auditors and tax advisors ensuring timely and accurate completion of deliverables.
• Manage activities of Topo team members to support execution of engagements.
• Provide support for the budgeting and planning process; work with team on monthly forecast against budget including cash flow projections.
• Research and provide leadership both internally and to clients regarding all technical accounting questions and updates.

Skills

Attention to detail

Self-starter

Strong numerical skills

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Education

CPA designation

Tools

Excel

QuickBooks

Job description

Topo Advisors is seeking an Assistant Controller to deliver high-quality accounting support for venture-backed startups. You’ll be a hands-on partner to CEOs and leadership teams, guiding monthly closes, budgeting, and strategic analysis.

The role emphasizes detail orientation, scalability, and leadership as our client base grows. Remote-friendly in states where we operate; CPA preferred and fluency with QuickBooks and spreadsheets is expected.