MarketerHire

Controller (Contract/Part-Time)

MarketerHire Greater Phoenix Area

We are looking for a hands-on Fractional Controller to support, build and grow the Finance function at MarketerHire. Early stage, startup experience a plus, for example:

  • You must be able to handle a wide range of tasks, from high-level financial strategy to granular accounting details
  • Speed and flexibility are crucial. You must be agile enough to adapt to changing circumstances and make quick but well-informed decisions
  • With fewer layers of hierarchy, you will often communicate directly with leadership and other stakeholders
  • You must be comfortable working hands-on with various accounting software and be willing to learn new ones rapidly


Attributes

  • You take pride in our work and are a team player and leader
  • You notice all the little details and are obsessed with being organized
  • You are willing to get into the weeds and work with your team to ensure delivery of the best work possible
  • You are proactive in anticipating and resolving questions, requests, and challenges
  • You are naturally curious, embrace technology, and are committed to learning and adapting
  • You enjoy smart problem-solving. You thrive on figuring things out but know when to avoid reinventing the wheel and ask for help
  • You are comfortable working as part of a diverse team, which includes team members outside the USA
  • You are effective at leading and teaching team members
  • You are comfortable interacting cross-departmentally and maintain a positive, can-do attitude
  • You have the discipline, maturity, and emotional intelligence to work remotely and independently


Responsibilities

  • Lead finance team on a day-to-day basis
  • Deliver the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial statements
  • Develop and maintain accounting policies and procedures in compliance with GAAP
  • Implement and maintain internal financial controls, including risk management
  • Oversee financial systems and data management
  • Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll
  • Support compliance with US federal, state, and local requirements and assist with new state registrations
  • Liaise with third parties such as tax and legal advisors
  • Assist with developing core accounting processes to satisfy accounting needs aligned with current and future business lifecycles
  • Identify, propose, and implement opportunities to improve workflow productivity


Skills & Qualifications

  • 10+ years of accounting experience, of which at least 5+ recent years with startups
  • 3+ years in a team leadership role
  • Strong understanding of accounting theory and application of GAAP
  • Strong working knowledge of QuickBooks Online and apps like Rippling, Looker, BigQuerry and Airbase
  • Proficient with Google Workspace, Google Docs/Sheets, and Excel
  • Able to learn new software and procedures quickly and apply appropriate solutions to improve efficiencies
  • Ability to prioritize and manage time to meet deadlines
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Proven ability to build repeatable processes and document procedures
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting and/or work history that demonstrates exceptional accounting knowledge and skills
  • Certified CPA/ACCA/Chartered Accountant (or on track) preferred but not required
  • Seniority level

    Not Applicable
  • Employment type

    Part-time
  • Job function

    Accounting/Auditing and Finance
  • Industries

    Advertising Services

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