Remote Sr. Controller - NetSuite

AccountingDepartment.com; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Remote

Compressed work week option

Self-managed paid time off

Group medical, dental, life, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Annual bonus incentive plan

$25 monthly internet stipend

Virtual employee groups and activities

Casual dress code

Job summary

AccountingDepartment.com is seeking a Senior Controller to manage a dedicated accounting team while providing strategic direction to clients. The role involves overseeing month-end closings, developing client budgets, and conducting financial analysis to drive operational improvements.

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in outsourced accounting, a relevant Bachelor's degree, and proficiency with accounting software such as NetSuite. This fully remote position offers competitive benefits, including a 401(k) plan and flexible work options.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of supervisory experience in outsourced accounting.
• Experience managing accounting functions for SMEs.
• High computer literacy, especially with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor an accounting team.
• Develop client annual budgets and support long-term planning.
• Analyze financial data to provide actionable recommendations.
• Manage month-end closing and issue financial reports.

Skills

Supervisory experience in outsourced accounting

Leadership and mentoring skills

Analytical skills

Experience with NetSuite and accounting software

Microsoft Office proficiency

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA license, CMA, or MBA

Tools

NetSuite

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Controller

Overview: The Senior Controller is a leadership position accountable for managing an assigned team while also being a strong individual contributor; providing exceptional outsourced controllership, advisory services, and strategic direction to various clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and manage an accounting team for assigned clients, providing coaching, timely feedback, and performance reviews.
• Develop an understanding of each client’s unique business and accounting needs; provide strategic leadership with scalable accounting operations, ensuring compliance with internal control systems.
• Manage month‑end closing and issuance of financial reports to all clients every month.
• Partner with client leadership on operational and strategic decisions, collaborating on accounting requests, prioritization, and delegation.
• Financial Planning and Budgeting:
  • Develop client annual budgets, maintain cash forecasting tools, and support long‑term planning.
  • Monitor budget performance, providing insights for adjustments.
  • Develop and review financial and operating metrics via dashboards, including KPIs.
  • Identify and report significant variances.
• Strategic Financial Analysis:
  • Analyze financial and operational data to provide real‑time, actionable recommendations.
  • Identify trends, risks, and growth opportunities.
  • Provide insights to senior leadership to drive strategic decision‑making.
• Execute client conference calls regularly to review strategy and operational impacts.
• Assist in gathering tax‑related information for external tax return preparation.
• Coordinate information for external audits.
• Comply with local, state, and federal reporting requirements.
• Review and approve monthly/quarterly tax filings prepared by accounting specialists.
• Complete special projects as requested by clients.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• 10+ years of supervisory experience in outsourced accounting, with expertise in businesses ranging from $5M to $25M.
• Adaptive leadership style and passion for mentoring staff.
• Proven ability to manage accounting functions for SMEs.
• Comfortable with change and swift priority adjustments.
• Strong analytical focus; solves complex problems creatively.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills, capable of multi‑tasking.
• Experience with NetSuite and other accounting software; eager to learn new technologies.
• Thrives in fast‑paced environments with a sense of urgency.
• Quick decision‑making based on knowledge and experience.
• Operates within established standards and guidelines.
• Adapts to various client environments.
• High computer literacy, especially Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel).
• Availability to travel when necessary.

Culture Fit:

• Grit: Motivated self‑starter with a positive, can‑do attitude.
• Gratitude: Appreciates team contributions, fostering a collaborative environment.
• Resilience: Flexible, determined, and autonomous in high‑priority tasks.
• Integrity: Upholds high ethical standards and transparency.
• Teamwork: Contributes effectively to organizational and team objectives.

Minimum Education & Training:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• CPA license, CMA, or MBA preferred.

Benefits:

• 100% Remote, W‑2 position.
• Compressed work week option available.
• Self‑managed paid time off and paid holidays.
• Group medical, dental, life, vision, and accident insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Company‑wide annual bonus incentive plan.
• $25 monthly internet stipend.
• Virtual employee groups, clubs, and activities throughout the year.
• Casual dress code.

Equal Opportunity Employer: AccountingDepartment.com is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or any other basis protected by law. Employment at AccountingDepartment.com is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications.