Remote E-Commerce Controller & Strategy Lead

FinanceWithin, LLC.; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

FinanceWithin, LLC. is seeking a seasoned Controller to lead a multi-client accounting pod focused on e-commerce and CPG clients. You will drive month-end close, ensure accurate reporting, oversee SOP development, and guide automation initiatives across accounting functions.

You will manage a team, communicate with clients as a strategic advisor, and push for efficiency, accuracy, and AI-enabled improvements. Remote-friendly, strong leadership and GAAP expertise required.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in full-cycle accounting.
• 2+ years of experience in a multi-client or consulting role.
• 2+ years of experience leading a team.
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting required.
• Advanced level expertise in QBO and Excel required.
• NetSuite and Xero experience highly valued.
• Experience with e-commerce clients is required.
• Experience with Shopify, Amazon, PayPal, Bill.com, etc. required.
• Experience with Wholesale and retail platforms like SPS Commerce, Target, etc. highly valued.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and accounting best practices required.
• Audit and/or Due Diligence Support experience highly valued.
• Solid understanding of financial statements and how to evaluate them required.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills required.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and manage time in a remote work environment required.
• Proactive and team-centric attitude required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee month-end close and all key accounting-related activities for your pod.
• Financial Package Review: Reviewing Management Reports with Key Metrics.
• Accounting Package Review: Ensuring proper reconciliations for all balance sheet accounts and trend analysis.
• Inventory Management Review: Including reconciling inventory and related cost analyses.
• Review Accounts Receivable processing and aging reports.
• Review Accounts Payable processing and aging reports and bill payments in Bill.com.
• Review Payroll Processing, including journal entries and accruals.
• Provide ad hoc reports or details as requested.
• Provide Dashboards and KPIs to clients.
• Help clients develop SOPs around finance and accounting best practices.
• Educate clients on their financial situation and be a thought partner for solutions.
• Oversee client communications and escalation handling.
• Supervise and train team on client and administrative duties.
• Develop SOPs and training documents; contribute as a thought partner.
• Lead training sessions.
• Lead team in creating efficiencies, building automations, and enabling AI where possible.
• Manage a pod budget.
• Maintain clean files and document storage.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Remote work management

Process automation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Tools

QBO

Excel

NetSuite

Xero

Bill.com

Job description

FinanceWithin, LLC. is seeking a seasoned Controller to lead a multi-client accounting pod focused on e-commerce and CPG clients. You will drive month-end close, ensure accurate reporting, oversee SOP development, and guide automation initiatives across accounting functions.

You will manage a team, communicate with clients as a strategic advisor, and push for efficiency, accuracy, and AI-enabled improvements. Remote-friendly, strong leadership and GAAP expertise required.