What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Controller position at Bald Ginger?
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounting Controller to join our small team. The successful candidate will maintain the books for a variety of clients and perform tasks from bookkeeping to outsourced CFO-level work. No task is too small, but an understanding of the big picture is important.
Key Responsibilities:
- Be an accounting department of one for multiple clients.
- Daily bookkeeping in a variety of industries including restaurants, personal services and consumer packaged goods.
- Prepare and review financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
- Develop and implement financial policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and control.
- Analyze financial data and provide insights to support decision-making by clients.
- Prepare budgets, forecasts, and financial reports on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
- Monitor cash flow, accounts, and other financial transactions.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Minimum of five years of experience in accounting, with at least two years in a managerial role.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial regulations, and reporting requirements.
- QuickBooks and MS Excel power user.
- Inbox zero psycho.
- Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Strong project management skills and discipline to work super independently. You will not be micromanaged.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Performance-based bonuses
- Healthcare stipend
- Retirement savings plan with company match
- Work from anywhere
- Interesting clients
- Not a stuffy corporate job
- Work/Life flexibility
The job is fully remote, but applicants based in Austin, TX will be given preference as majority of clients are Austin-based businesses.
Full-Time, Part-Time or Contract—it’s flexible, let’s talk.