Controller - High-Growth Startups - Fully Remote

B Consulting partners with high-growth, venture-backed startups to build and run their finance and accounting functions. We don’t just close books - we help founders build infrastructure, make decisions, and scale intelligently.
We’re looking for a Controller who operates like an owner, not just an accountant.
This role is for someone who has personally built and run finance functions inside growing companies—including accounting, payroll, and benefits—and is comfortable stepping into messy, fast-moving environments to bring clarity and structure.

What You’ll Do
You’ll serve as the day-to-day finance lead for multiple startup clients, working directly with founders and operators.
Own the monthly close and deliver accurate, decision-ready financials 
Translate financial results into clear insights for founders 
Build and improve processes, systems, and controls as companies scale 
Manage and mentor a team (onshore + offshore) to execute day-to-day accounting 
Serve as the primary point of contact for auditors, tax partners, and external stakeholders 
 Critically Important  - You will personally own or have owned:
Payroll and benefits administration (Gusto, Rippling, ADP, Justworks, etc.) 
Building finance processes in companies without full infrastructure 
 What You’ve Likely Done Before
Been the Controller, Head of Finance, or #1/#2 finance hire at a startup or high-growth company 
Built or cleaned up accounting and finance operations from the ground up 
Worked closely with founders or operators in a hands-on, fast-paced environment 
Owned both technical accounting AND operational accounting (payroll, benefits, systems) 
Implemented or significantly improved systems like QuickBooks, NetSuite, Gusto, Rippling, etc. 
 Core Areas of Ownership
Full-cycle accounting (close, reconciliations, reporting) 
AR/AP, payroll, and benefits 
Inventory and COGS (for applicable clients) 
Cash flow forecasting and financial modeling 
GAAP compliance (ASC 606, accruals, etc.) 
Tax coordination and compliance 
What We’re Looking For
Strong accounting foundation (CPA a plus, not required) 
Experience in startup or high-growth environments (this is critical) 
Proven ability to own both accounting AND operational finance 
Comfortable managing multiple clients and priorities 
Systems-oriented thinker who enjoys building and improving processes 
Clear communicator who can work directly with founders 
This Role Is Not For
Candidates who have only worked in large, structured environments 
Purely technical accountants without operational ownership 
Individuals who haven’t directly managed payroll, benefits, or systems 
 Details
100% remote 
Work with a portfolio of high-growth startups across tech, consumer, and life sciences 
Opportunity to operate as a trusted advisor, not just a back-office function