Controller Startups - Fully Remote

Position: 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 Quick Books, Net Suite, 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