Director Client Accounting Advisory Services (Remote)
Jobot, New Haven, CT, United States
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This Jobot Job is hosted by: Nicole Poley. Easy Apply by clicking the "Easy Apply" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $160,000 - $200,000 per year.
A bit about us We are seeking a Director to lead our Client Accounting & Advisory (Business Process Outsourcing) practice. This role serves as the strategic finance partner to a portfolio of clients, overseeing outsourced accounting functions while providing high-level financial guidance. You will act as a client-facing finance leader, managing teams (onshore and offshore), strengthening internal processes, and delivering timely, accurate financial reporting and insight. This role blends Controller-level execution with advisory leadership.
Why join us?
Fully remote capabilities
Company-sponsored events — Holiday Parties, Summer Outing, Tax Season Parties
Mentorship program
Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
401(k)
Life insurance
Tax advantage accounts
Flextime / Work at home incentives
Employee referral program
Key Responsibilities
Lead full-cycle outsourced accounting operations for multiple clients (GL, AP/AR, payroll, monthly close, financial reporting).
Serve as primary finance advisor to clients, providing insight on budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and operational performance.
Oversee and develop onshore/offshore accounting teams; ensure quality, timeliness, and adherence to internal controls.
Review and finalize financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
Manage month-end and year-end close processes across client engagements.
Lead system implementations and conversions (QuickBooks, NetSuite, Intacct, Dynamics, Xero, etc.).
Identify process improvement opportunities and enhance financial infrastructure.
Support technical accounting matters and complex transactions.
Develop financial models and analysis to support strategic decision-making.
Must-Have Requirements (Non‑Negotiables)
8–12+ years progressive accounting experience
Prior experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, or similar leadership role
Strong GAAP knowledge and financial statement preparation experience
Experience managing accounting teams (direct + remote/offshore preferred)
Multi-client or multi‑entity environment experience
Advanced Excel skills
Experience with multiple accounting/ERP systems (NetSuite, Intacct, Dynamics, QuickBooks, etc.)
Strong client‑facing communication skills
Nice-to-Have / Preferred
Public accounting background
Experience in Not-for-Profit organizations
Exposure to industries such as professional services, construction, healthcare, or manufacturing
CPA designation
Experience leading system conversions or accounting clean-ups
Experience in a Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) or Client Accounting Services (CAS) practice
Financial modeling and advisory experience beyond transactional accounting
Ideal candidate Profile
Operates like a fractional CFO but executes like a Controller
Comfortable managing multiple client relationships simultaneously
Process-driven and systems-oriented
Strong executive presence and communication skills
Thrives in a fast-paced advisory environment
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button.
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Urgently Hiring! Apply Today!
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Nicole Poley. Easy Apply by clicking the "Easy Apply" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $160,000 - $200,000 per year.
A bit about us We are seeking a Director to lead our Client Accounting & Advisory (Business Process Outsourcing) practice. This role serves as the strategic finance partner to a portfolio of clients, overseeing outsourced accounting functions while providing high-level financial guidance. You will act as a client-facing finance leader, managing teams (onshore and offshore), strengthening internal processes, and delivering timely, accurate financial reporting and insight. This role blends Controller-level execution with advisory leadership.
Why join us?
Fully remote capabilities
Company-sponsored events — Holiday Parties, Summer Outing, Tax Season Parties
Mentorship program
Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
401(k)
Life insurance
Tax advantage accounts
Flextime / Work at home incentives
Employee referral program
Key Responsibilities
Lead full-cycle outsourced accounting operations for multiple clients (GL, AP/AR, payroll, monthly close, financial reporting).
Serve as primary finance advisor to clients, providing insight on budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and operational performance.
Oversee and develop onshore/offshore accounting teams; ensure quality, timeliness, and adherence to internal controls.
Review and finalize financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
Manage month-end and year-end close processes across client engagements.
Lead system implementations and conversions (QuickBooks, NetSuite, Intacct, Dynamics, Xero, etc.).
Identify process improvement opportunities and enhance financial infrastructure.
Support technical accounting matters and complex transactions.
Develop financial models and analysis to support strategic decision-making.
Must-Have Requirements (Non‑Negotiables)
8–12+ years progressive accounting experience
Prior experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, or similar leadership role
Strong GAAP knowledge and financial statement preparation experience
Experience managing accounting teams (direct + remote/offshore preferred)
Multi-client or multi‑entity environment experience
Advanced Excel skills
Experience with multiple accounting/ERP systems (NetSuite, Intacct, Dynamics, QuickBooks, etc.)
Strong client‑facing communication skills
Nice-to-Have / Preferred
Public accounting background
Experience in Not-for-Profit organizations
Exposure to industries such as professional services, construction, healthcare, or manufacturing
CPA designation
Experience leading system conversions or accounting clean-ups
Experience in a Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) or Client Accounting Services (CAS) practice
Financial modeling and advisory experience beyond transactional accounting
Ideal candidate Profile
Operates like a fractional CFO but executes like a Controller
Comfortable managing multiple client relationships simultaneously
Process-driven and systems-oriented
Strong executive presence and communication skills
Thrives in a fast-paced advisory environment
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button.
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