Senior Accounting Controller & Tech Integration Lead

We are seeking an experienced, tech-forward accounting professional to join our team in a pivotal new role. This position is designed for an expert who can act as the “technical anchor” for our bookkeeping team, elevate our client deliverables to include advisory and Controller-level services, and lead our firm into the future by identifying and integrating AI and advanced automation tools.

If you love solving complex accounting puzzles, mentoring others, and experimenting with the latest accounting technology to drive efficiency, we want to talk to you., 1. Senior Technical Support & Client Advisory

• Act as the internal escalation point for the bookkeeping team, resolving sophisticated accounting items (e.g., complex journal entries, revenue recognition, multi-entity consolidations, loan amortizations).
• Step into direct, client-facing scenarios to unpack complex financial situations, provide high-level clarity, and build deep client trust.
• Conduct quality assurance reviews on high-stakes client files to ensure compliance, accuracy, and GAAP standards.

1. Service Expansion & Controller-Level Offerings * Help design, launch, and deliver our new premium service tiers, including formal financial reviews, cash flow forecasting, and Fractional Controller services. * Analyze client financial statements to deliver actionable insights, KPI dashboards, and strategic recommendations that help them scale. * Lead client onboarding for complex accounts, setting up robust chart of accounts structures and clean historical cleanups.

2. AI & Technology Integration * Evaluate, test, and implement AI-driven accounting software and automation tools to streamline our day-to-day bookkeeping workflows. * Identify bottlenecks in our current tech stack (e.g., QuickBooks Online, Xero, Dext, Hubdoc) and introduce modern solutions to maximize team capacity. * Train and upskill the existing bookkeeping team on how to effectively use AI tools and automated workflows, fostering a culture of continuous tech adoption.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. (CPA or EA designation is a strong plus, but equivalent deep hands-on experience is highly valued).
• Experience: 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within a public accounting firm, bookkeeping agency, or managing multiple client accounts simultaneously.
• Tech Savvy: Advanced proficiency in cloud accounting ecosystems (QBO/Xero) and integrated apps.
• AI Curiosity: Demonstrated interest or hands-on experience leveraging AI tools (like ChatGPT, advanced OCR engines, automated coding tools, or data analytics platforms) to automate manual tasks.
• Communication: Exceptional communication skills with the ability to translate complex financial concepts into plain English for both internal team members and small business clients.

$80,000 - $100,000 a year - Full-time, Pulled from the full job description

• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) 3% Match
• Health savings account, * 401(k) 3% Match
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
• Work from home

We are a privately owned forward-thinking bookkeeping and accounting firm dedicated to helping small and mid-sized businesses thrive. We pride ourselves on clear communication, accurate financials, and are embracing the future of cloud accounting.