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Remote Client Controller, CPA Firm

CA · Remote

$85K - $95K/yr

Remote Client Controller Job ID: 1060919 Date Posted: August 26, 2026 Employment Type: Full-time Hiring Company (Organization): Confidential Location: US Remote (Telecommute) Applicants must be ...

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Mighty Financial

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Accounting Manager / Controller **Department:** Client Services **Reports To:** Director, Client Accounting Services **Employment Status:** [ • ] Full-time [ • ] Part-time [ • ] Temporary

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How much do client controller jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for client controller in the United States is $119,497.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $97,000.00 and $138,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a client controller?

A Client Controller is a finance professional responsible for managing the accounting operations and financial reporting for clients, typically within an accounting firm or financial services company. They oversee budgeting, financial analysis, compliance, and the preparation of financial statements for client organizations. Client Controllers ensure the accuracy of financial data, implement internal controls, and provide strategic financial guidance. Their role is crucial in supporting clients' business decisions and maintaining regulatory compliance.

How does a client controller typically collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate financial reporting for clients?

A Client Controller often works closely with teams such as sales, operations, and project management to gather essential financial data and insights. They coordinate with these departments to track client budgets, monitor project costs, and address discrepancies promptly. This cross-functional collaboration helps ensure that financial reports are precise and reflect real-time business activities, ultimately supporting transparency and informed decision-making for both the client and the company.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a client controller, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Client Controller, you need strong accounting expertise, financial analysis skills, and a relevant degree such as accounting or finance, often supported by certifications like CPA or ACCA. Familiarity with ERP systems, financial reporting software, and advanced Excel functions is typically required. Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to communicate complex financial information clearly are key soft skills. These qualifications ensure accurate financial management, regulatory compliance, and effective client relationship management in a fast-paced business environment.

Is a client controller a high level position?

A client controller is typically a mid- to senior-level management role responsible for overseeing client financial activities, ensuring accurate reporting, and maintaining client relationships. It often requires experience in accounting, finance, or related fields, and may involve supervising teams and working with executive leadership. While not always at the top executive level, it is considered a significant position within a company's financial management structure.
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Infographic showing various Client Controller job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 70% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 26% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $119,497 per year, or $57.5 per hour.

Remote Client Controller, CPA Firm

CA • Remote

Accounting Fly
Accounting Services • 1 - 10 employees
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$85K - $95K/yr

Full-time

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Job Title: Remote Client Controller
Job ID: 1060919
Date Posted: August 26, 2026
Employment Type: Full-time
Hiring Company (Organization): Confidential
Location: US Remote (Telecommute)
Applicants must be located in the United States.
Base Salary:  $85,000 –$95,000 per year (USD)
Commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Job Description:
The ideal Client Controller is an experienced Client Accounting Services (CAS) professional who combines strong technical accounting, client-facing confidence, and true operational ownership.
Our client is a highly collaborative team of 11 working within a fully remote Client Accounting and Advisory Services (CAS) firm.
They help growing service-based businesses and nonprofits ($2M–$25M revenue) stay financially sharp, organized, and strategic.
Key Responsibilities As Senior Client Controller, you will own controllership delivery across a dedicated portfolio of multi-client CAS engagements:
1. Client Ownership
  • Lead recurring financial review calls, walk clients through monthly financial statements, explain variances, and translate complex numbers into actionable business insights.
  • Prepare clear financial packages and participate in executive, board, finance committee, or audit meetings across commercial and nonprofit clients.
  • Collaborate directly with business owners, Executive Directors, finance staff, leadership teams, and board members as a true partner.
2. Technical Controllership
  • Review monthly financial statements, reconciliations, workpapers, and supporting schedules for accuracy, completeness, and audit readiness.
  • Oversee accrual accounting, class/location/project tracking, deferred revenue recognition, intercompany transactions, and fund/grant accounting where applicable.
  • Lead cash flow conversations, maintain rolling forecast tools, explain cash movement, and surface practical concerns for client or CFO attention.
3. CFO Support & Advisory Collaboration
  • Partner closely with fractional CFOs/Advisors on budgeting, forecasting, FP&A, financial modeling, process design, and strategic decision support.
  • Identify meaningful trends and provide "light advisory" insights without needing to operate as the full-time CFO.
4. Workflow & Systems Leadership
  • Assign, monitor, and review work executed by staff through Karbon. Keep deliverables moving smoothly and proactively resolve bottlenecks.
  • Support onboarding and process optimization across client tech stacks (QBO, BILL, Ramp, Fathom, etc.).
Candidate Qualifications
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
  • Significant, proven experience operating in a Client Accounting Services (CAS), fractional accounting, or outsourced accounting firm environment managing multiple client accounts simultaneously.
  • Hands-on experience working with nonprofit clients—including familiarity with fund accounting, grant tracking/reporting, net asset classifications, and supporting finance committees or boards.
  • Expert-level QuickBooks Online (QBO) proficiency combined with deep accrual accounting and month-end close expertise.
  • Proven ability to lead live financial review calls and comfortably communicate with business owners, CEOs, and Executive Directors.
  • Authorized to work in the U.S. (W-2) with reliable availability during Pacific Standard Time (PST) business hours.
Tech Stack Proficiency:
  • QuickBooks Online (QBO), Excel / Google Sheets modeling.
  • Karbon (or similar practice management platforms).
  • Strong pluses: BILL, Ramp, Expensify, Fathom, Syft, or Reach Reporting.
Benefits:
  • Competitive compensation and benefits, including 401(k) with a match, performance bonuses
  • Fully remote environment with periodic in-person retreats
  • Supportive, non-bureaucratic team culture.
  • Career growth; work hand-in-hand with experienced CFOs, expanding your skill set into strategic FP&A and forecasting.
  • Direct client-facing ownership without being buried purely in back-office workpaper reviews.
  • This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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About Accountingfly

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In 2016, Accountingfly determined that fully-remote recruiting was the future of accounting staffing, offering huge benefits for employers, job-seekers, and our own business. We decided to focus our recruiting business on those companies offering only remote work opportunities—and it was the best decision we ever made. While our competitors struggle to adapt to the remote world, we lean on years of experience to provide unmatched remote accounting recruitment expertise. We’ve seen and done it all, successfully filling a wide variety of remote roles and making career dreams come true for talent at every level.

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Accounting services

Company size

1 - 10 Employees

Headquarters location

Pensacola, FL, US

Year founded

2011

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