Financial Controller (Contract)

🌍 Remote, USA 🎯 Full-time 🕐 Posted Recently

Job Description

Role Overview

Mannix Marketing is seeking an experienced Financial Controller (Contract) to provide senior-level financial leadership and operational oversight during a period of transition and growth. The role will play a key part in our transition to QuickBooks Online (QBO), strengthening financial processes, and ensuring accuracy, compliance, and clarity across our financial operations.

This is a hands-on role suited for someone who has worked in small to mid-sized organizations, and can balance strategic insight with detailed execution.

Key Responsibilities

Support the transition to QuickBooks Online (QBO), including cleanup, configuration, and process alignment.
Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
Analyze financial results and variances, providing clear insights and recommendations to leadership.
Support budgeting and forecasting processes, including scenario planning.

Establish and document repeatable financial processes and controls.
Review and improve existing workflows to reduce errors and inefficiencies.

Oversee payroll processing, including review and validation (with HR completing execution).
Ensure correct handling of deductions, employer contributions, and special cases.
Partner with HR to ensure payroll and benefits data are accurate and compliant.

Ensure ongoing compliance with applicable tax and regulatory requirements.
Coordinate audits and provide required documentation and explanations.
Support tax preparation and filings in collaboration with external providers.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Minimum 5+ years of experience in financial leadership or a controller-level role
Experience working in small to mid-sized companies
Strong understanding of QBO Advanced.
Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls
Demonstrated experience managing or overseeing accounting teams
High attention to detail with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies

CPA and/or MBA
Prior experience leading or supporting a QBO implementation or migration
Experience in agency, professional services, or retainer-based business models
Comfort operating in environments where processes are being built or refined

Contract role with a clear expectation of hands-on involvement
Opportunity to transition into a full-time position for the right long-term fit.
Flexible remote schedule with regular collaboration during U.S. business hours.

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