Remote Controller - Strategic Finance Leader

A La C.A.R.T.E. Solutions - ALC; Seattle (WA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work Wherever philosophy - autonomy &灵

Full benefits including health, dental

Flexible vacation and year-end closure

401k with company match

No busy season

Collaborative culture with high-standr

Hiring assessments and live accounting

Job summary

ALC is a fully remote CFO Advisory, Outsourced Accounting, and HR Services firm serving privately held, entrepreneurial businesses across the U.S. The Controller will lead the accounting function, mentor staff, ensure GAAP compliance, and partner with leadership to drive growth and client outcomes.

The role emphasizes integrity, cross-functional collaboration, and ongoing process improvement, with a comprehensive benefits package and a remote-friendly culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting required.
• 8–10 years accounting experience.
• CPA highly preferred.
• Public accounting experience preferred.
• Experience in small privately-held companies as Controller or Assistant Controller.
• Deep knowledge of cloud-based accounting systems (QuickBooks, Xero, NetSuite).
• Uncompromising integrity and ethics.
• Strong leadership with remote team supervision.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accuracy of client financial reporting, compliance, and internal controls.
• Own the entire accounting function including GAAP adherence and tax compliance.
• Translate data into actionable insights for client goals.
• Develop budgets, forecasts, and monthly financial reports.
• Mentor and guide Shared Services Specialists and Accountants.
• Identify new service opportunities with leadership.
• Drive improvements in financial systems and processes.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Strategic thinking

Analytical mindset

Communication

Remote team leadership

Client-facing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

CPA certification

Public Accounting experience

Tools

QuickBooks

Xero

NetSuite

Job description

ALC is a fully remote CFO Advisory, Outsourced Accounting, and HR Services firm serving privately held, entrepreneurial businesses across the U.S. The Controller will lead the accounting function, mentor staff, ensure GAAP compliance, and partner with leadership to drive growth and client outcomes.

The role emphasizes integrity, cross-functional collaboration, and ongoing process improvement, with a comprehensive benefits package and a remote-friendly culture.