Fractional Controller (Advisor Network)

Fractional Controller (Advisor Network)

This opportunity is designed for an experienced finance leader who can provide strategic and operational accounting expertise to alternative investment firms and family offices. The role offers the chance to support senior leadership teams through complex financial challenges, process improvements, and operational enhancements. You will leverage deep controller-level experience to advise clients on best practices, reporting, controls, and financial infrastructure. Working on project-based engagements, you will bring practical solutions that improve financial accuracy, efficiency, and decision-making. The position is ideal for a seasoned finance professional seeking flexible consulting work alongside other commitments. You will collaborate with sophisticated investment organizations and contribute expertise across accounting, reporting, compliance, and financial operations.

Accountabilities:

The Fractional Controller will serve as a trusted finance advisor, helping clients strengthen their accounting operations, reporting processes, and financial controls. The role requires hands-on expertise in financial management, operational improvement, and strategic analysis to support the needs of alternative investment organizations.

• Conduct financial process reviews and identify opportunities to improve accounting operations, controls, and reporting practices.
• Develop practical action plans, prioritize initiatives, and provide guidance on implementing financial improvements.
• Support the preparation and review of financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, investor reports, tax documentation, and regulatory reports.
• Manage and improve month-end close processes in collaboration with finance leadership, accounting teams, and external service providers.
• Oversee accounts receivable and accounts payable processes to improve accuracy, timeliness, and cash management.
• Review payroll processes to ensure accurate processing of salaries, benefits, taxes, and other deductions.
• Analyze financial data and deliver reporting insights, including budget versus actual analysis, liquidity forecasts, trends, and key performance indicators.
• Develop financial models and forecasts to support strategic decision-making and evaluate potential business impacts.
• Strengthen accounting systems, internal controls, and operational processes to reduce risk and improve efficiency.
• Support audit, tax, SEC, and regulatory reporting activities by coordinating with external partners and internal stakeholders.
• Provide recommendations on vendor selection, financial tools, policies, procedures, and control frameworks.
• Maintain accurate consulting records, track progress against objectives, and communicate outcomes and recommendations.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• CPA certification, MBA, or other advanced degree is preferred.
• 6+ years of experience working specifically as a Controller within an alternative asset firm or family office.
• 4+ years of experience in financial or accounting roles within alternative investments, family offices, or Big 4 accounting environments.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP accounting, financial reporting, management reporting, and accounting operations.
• Extensive experience with cash management, working capital optimization, and financial forecasting.
• Deep understanding of financial instruments, investment structures, asset classes, tax considerations, and financial covenants.
• Experience improving accounting systems, controls, and operational workflows.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, and familiarity with accounting software or financial platforms such as QuickBooks.
• Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to communicate effectively with executives, finance teams, and external stakeholders.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate complex financial information into actionable recommendations.

Benefits:

• Flexible, project-based consulting opportunities designed to fit around existing professional commitments.
• Opportunity to advise leading alternative investment firms and family offices on critical finance initiatives.
• Compensation range of $150 - $250 per hour.
• Access to a network of senior professionals and specialized consulting opportunities.
• Ability to apply executive-level finance expertise across diverse client engagements.
• Remote work flexibility with engagement-based scheduling.