Assistant Controller – Outsourced

• Serve as outsourced Controller for a portfolio of US-based clients
• Communicate proactively and participate in client calls and meetings
• Onboard new clients alongside a US-based Controller
• Build accounting processes, systems, and procedures for new client relationships
• Lead special projects including system migrations, M&A preparation, budget development, and chart of accounts redesigns
• Prepare and review timely, accurate monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements and management reports
• Provide strategic financial guidance regarding growth, investor reporting, and compliance
• Lead and mentor a team of accounting professionals
• Delegate daily tasks and review and approve work products for accuracy and quality
• Coordinate workload across multiple client engagements
• Organize work and team deliverables in Karbon practice management system
• Allocate approximately 70% of work to client-focused activities and 30% to team-focused activities

• Minimum 10 years of overall accounting and finance experience
• At least 3 years in a Controller role at a US-based public accounting firm
• Experience supporting investor-backed (VC/PE) or high-growth businesses with > $5 Million annual revenue
• Deep technical proficiency across US GAAP and financial reporting standards
• Knowledge of US compliance including payroll, sales & use tax, property tax, and business licenses
• Hands-on experience with NetSuite, Sage Intacct, QuickBooks Online/Desktop, and Advanced Excel
• Ability to manage multiple client engagements and onboardings concurrently
• Experience in a multi-client outsourced or CAS environment strongly preferred
• Experience managing, mentoring, and developing accounting professionals
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English
• Ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights
• Keen attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, integrity, and dependability
• Humility and openness to coaching and critique
• Positive attitude in communications
• Must be based in India
• Full availability from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM Eastern Time or 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM Pacific Time
• This role does not qualify for the CPA experience requirement involving substantial use of skills relevant to CPA licensing

• 100% remote work environment
• Flexible work arrangements
• Joyful work environment where employees and culture are paramount
• Growth opportunities and support for promotion from within
• Leadership role with direct impact on high-growth, investor-backed companies
• Work-life balance supporting professional and personal life
• Full-time work from home