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Forrest Johnson

Fractional Controller

Auburn, AL · On-site

The Fractional Controller is a thought partner to Pivotal Finance's larger clients with more complex finance and accounting needs. Responsible for providing financial leadership and support, this ...

Forrest Johnson

Fractional Controller

Auburn, AL · On-site

The Fractional Controller is a thought partner to Pivotal Finance's larger clients with more complex finance and accounting needs. Responsible for providing financial leadership and support, this ...

Teamshares

Fractional Controller

San Antonio, TX · On-site

The Fractional Controller will be responsible for guiding our clients through their ERP transitions, ensuring data integrity, optimizing workflows, and maintaining compliance with financial ...

Pivotal

Fractional Controller

Auburn, AL

The Fractional Controller is a thought partner to Pivotal Finance's larger clients with more complex finance and accounting needs. Responsible for providing financial leadership and support, this ...

Teamshares

Fractional Controller

San Antonio, TX · On-site

The Fractional Controller will be responsible for guiding our clients through their ERP transitions, ensuring data integrity, optimizing workflows, and maintaining compliance with financial ...

Teamshares

Fractional Controller

San Antonio, TX · On-site

The Fractional Controller will be responsible for guiding our clients through their ERP transitions, ensuring data integrity, optimizing workflows, and maintaining compliance with financial ...

Ascent CFO Solutions

Fractional Controller

Denver, CO · On-site

As a Fractional Controller with Ascent CFO Solutions, you will be an experienced technical Accountant, responsible for leading Accounting processes for our client organizations. As a strong ...

Urrly

Fractional Controller & FP&A Lead

Phoenix, AZ · Remote

$150 - $250/hr

About the Role We are a growing, services-based recruiting firm seeking a Fractional Controller to design and oversee our financial reporting, profitability analysis, and forecasting. We already work ...

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How much do fractional controller jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for fractional 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 does a fractional controller do?

A Fractional Controller is responsible for overseeing and streamlining financial operations for one or more organizations on a part-time or contract basis. Typical daily tasks include managing accounting processes, preparing financial reports, overseeing month-end close, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaborating with other executives or external accountants. You may also help refine internal controls, set up better budgeting procedures, and advise business owners on financial strategy. Because the role bridges multiple organizations, strong time management and the ability to quickly adapt to various business environments are crucial. This diversity makes the role both dynamic and highly rewarding for finance professionals who enjoy variety and fast-paced challenges.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a fractional controller?

A Fractional Controller requires advanced knowledge of accounting principles, financial analysis, and budgeting, typically supported by a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and several years of experience in controllership roles. Familiarity with accounting software such as QuickBooks, NetSuite, or Sage, and certifications like CPA or CMA, are highly valued in this position. Strong communication, problem-solving abilities, and adaptability are crucial soft skills, as the role often involves working with multiple clients or departments. These qualifications ensure effective financial leadership, compliance, and the ability to drive strategic business decisions across diverse organizations.

What is a fractional controller?

A Fractional Controller is an experienced financial professional who oversees a company's accounting and financial operations on a part-time or contract basis. This role is ideal for small to mid-sized businesses that need high-level financial expertise but do not require a full-time controller. Responsibilities typically include financial reporting, budgeting, cash flow management, and ensuring compliance with regulations. By hiring a Fractional Controller, businesses gain strategic financial guidance at a fraction of the cost of a full-time executive.

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Infographic showing various Fractional Controller job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 90% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $119,497 per year, or $57.5 per hour.

Fractional Controller

Forrest Johnson

Auburn, AL • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

Company Description
Pivotal Finance is an outsourced advisory, accounting, and tax firm focused on serving the unique needs of small and medium sized businesses and their owners. Based in Auburn, AL, and serving hundreds of clients across the United States, we provide advisory, accounting and tax solutions on a fractional basis.
We are building Pivotal a different way, unencumbered by the way CPA firms have traditionally supported their clients. Our approach is based on a few simple ideas: Build a team of engaged, talented accounting, finance, and tax professionals who are passionate about the work they perform. Empower them to solve our clients biggest (or smallest) problems. Utilize technology to enhance the client experience and eliminate friction. Engage with the customer the way they want to be engaged.
It is this combination of talent, experience, and flexibility that allows us to be a pivotal member of the team for each of our clients, and at the end of the day, help them grow their businesses.
Job Description
The Fractional Controller is a thought partner to Pivotal Finance's larger clients with more complex finance and accounting needs. Responsible for providing financial leadership and support, this person will work with a diverse spectrum of projects for clients in multiple industries and geographies. In addition to daily responsibilities such as developing and implementing financial policies and procedures, managing the accounting and reporting functions and providing financial analysis and advice, the Fractional Controller will work on large, high-dollar projects to fix large-scale problems for our clients.
The Fractional Controller job responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
  • Review and assess the existing accounting environment of clients, recommending and implementing process and system improvements including client staff training
  • Review financial statements and reconciliations for reasonableness and accuracy, prior to presentation to client management (i.e. trial balance, income statement, balance sheet)
  • Assist with client budget preparations and forecasts
  • Manage relationships and requests with auditors and other financial professionals
  • Assist outsourced CFO practice leader with other time-sensitive projects
  • Provide custom financial reports and oversee other financial operations, as needed

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is required
  • 5+ years professional or industry accounting experience, with a high value placed on experience within multiple industries and working in different systems
  • CPA is a plus
  • Experience with multiple accounting software systems
  • Expertise of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable communicating with colleagues and clients
  • High level of efficiency and accuracy, with a strong attention to detail
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a larger team
  • Willing to participate in all levels of a client engagement, from data entry to financial statement preparation and analysis
  • Extensive General Ledger experience, analyzing an accounting environment as a whole or just one segment of an accounting system

Additional Information
We offer competitive compensation packages, health benefits, and a collaborative work environment.
Pivotal Finance provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, or any other category protected under applicable law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
This job posting is being managed by Forrest Johnson Recruiting on behalf of Pivotal Finance.

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