Part-time Controller managing all financial and accounting operations for Vitalief, a clinical research consulting firm. Ensuring compliance and strategic support while collaborating with the leadership team.
Responsibilities
Own all accounting functions including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, cash management, and month-end close;
Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP;
Perform journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and financial reviews;
Maintain an appropriate chart of accounts for project-based consulting services.
Oversee revenue recognition for time-and-materials, fixed-fee, and milestone-based consulting engagements;
Ensure accurate and timely client invoicing in accordance with contract terms;
Track project financials, utilization, margins, and profitability by client and engagement;
Assist the CEO with pricing strategy, financial modeling, and client profitability analysis;
Manage and maintain the company’s capitalization table, including equity tracking and related reporting.
Prepare accurate monthly and quarterly financial reports for the Board of Directors;
Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and applicable regulatory and contractual requirements;
Maintain and improve accounting and financial systems;
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA or CMA preferred)
Proven experience working as a Controller
7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience
Experience in professional services, consulting, SaaS, life sciences, or clinical research preferred
Strong knowledge of GAAP and project-based revenue recognition
Advanced Excel skills; experience with accounting and financial reporting systems
Experience preparing executive- and Board-level financial reports
Hands-on, detail-oriented, and highly organized
Strong analytical, modeling, and problem-solving skills
Comfortable partnering directly with a CEO and senior leadership
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to thrive in a lean, entrepreneurial environment
Benefits
Market competitive compensation; commensurate with experience
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