<p>Our grocery client is looking for an experienced Controller for a short term contract. In this role, you will oversee financial operations, manage accounting processes, and collaborate with leadership to ensure a smooth year-end close. This opportunity is remote.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee the accuracy and compliance of company financial books, ensuring they are well-prepared for year-end review.</p><p>• Manage daily financial processes, including bank reconciliations and revenue validations.</p><p>• Lead the completion of 13-week financial period closures within a three-day timeframe.</p><p>• Conduct thorough reviews of year-end financial statements to meet organizational standards.</p><p>• Prepare detailed cash forecasts and projections to support management decision-making.</p><p>• Maintain and organize accounting records using QuickBooks Online, addressing legacy documentation as necessary.</p><p>• Generate and update financial reports using Google Sheets, ensuring data accuracy and accessibility.</p><p>• Supervise and provide guidance to an accountant at the early stage of their career, supporting their development.</p><p>• Coordinate remote work activities via Google Meet, adhering to flexible hours within a 9–4 schedule.</p>

• Extensive experience in accounting or controller roles, ideally with hands-on leadership in financial operations.<br>• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Google Sheets for managing and reporting financial data.<br>• Strong knowledge of year-end close procedures and compliance standards.<br>• Demonstrated ability to clean and organize legacy financial records, both physical and digital.<br>• Expertise in cash flow forecasting, bank reconciliations, and general ledger management.<br>• Familiarity with accounting software such as NetSuite, Oracle, and SAP.<br>• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a remote environment.<br>• An accounting designation is a plus but not mandatory; relevant experience is highly valued.

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