Independent Contractor Outsourced Controller Jobs in Minnesota

At Redpath, you’ll be valued for who you are and supported in where you’re going. We foster a culture built on trust, teamwork, and genuine relationships, where caring, initiative, and a solution-focused mindset are at the core of how we serve each other and our clients.

We are seeking an Outsourced Controller to join our CAS practice and support a portfolio of clients with financial reporting, close management, operational accounting, and advisory support. This role is ideal for a hands-on accounting professional who enjoys working with multiple clients, collaborating closely with business owners and project teams, and turning financial data into actionable insight.

What We Offer:

• Hybrid work schedule with flexibility.
• A hands-on, high-impact role supporting active client operations.
• A supportive team environment within Redpath and Company, a firm of CPAs and advisors.
• Direct collaboration with client owners, project managers, and internal team members.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee client accounting and financial reporting processes, including monthly close, WIP schedules, job cost accounting, and percentage-of-completion reporting.
• Manage client-level budgets, forecasts, and cash flow to support operational and financial goals.
• Monitor job cost performance, identify variances, and partner with client leaders to address risks and improve profitability.
• Prepare and review financial analysis, dashboards, and ad hoc reporting to support informed decision-making.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and confidential client financial records.
• Support timely and accurate monthly close and financial statement preparation.
• Supervise, review, and coordinate work performed by Redpath associates related to accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and billing.
• Strengthen internal controls, policies, and procedures to support scalability, consistency, and risk management.
• Communicate regularly with client leadership to provide updates, resolve issues, and ensure deadlines are met.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or CMA preferred.
• 5+ years of accounting experience, with prior controller, CAS, or outsourced accounting experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of job cost accounting, WIP reporting, revenue recognition, and financial controls.
• Experience working with client-facing operations and project teams in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment.
• Experience in construction, engineering, manufacturing, or other job-cost-heavy industries preferred.
• High attention to detail, strong ownership, and a professional demeanor.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and proactively solve problems.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate financial data into practical business insights.

About Redpath and Company:

Redpath and Company helps clients make more informed decisions that contribute to their financial well-being by providing proactive, innovative, and value-driven CPA and advisory services for closely held businesses, private equity, government entities, and nonprofit organizations. Core industries served include manufacturing and distribution; construction, real estate, and engineering; and technology.

Areas of service expertise include audit and assurance; tax services; performance optimization and process improvement; M&A advisory; accounting and management outsourcing; and valuations. Founded in 1971, Redpath is one of the top CPA and advisory firms in Minnesota, with offices in St. Paul, White Bear Lake, and Fargo, ND. The firm is a member of HLB International, a global network of independent advisory and accounting firms.

Our Core Values:

• Caring – We show genuine care for our clients and colleagues through meaningful relationships and a commitment to adding value.
• Proactive – We take initiative, remove roadblocks, and stay ahead of challenges and opportunities.
• Positive – We bring a solution-oriented mindset and embrace change with collaboration and resilience.
• Driven – We pursue excellence, continuous improvement, and outstanding results.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• HSA and FSA options.
• Voluntary long-term disability.
• Company-paid short-term disability.
• Paid parenting leave.
• 401(k) plan with company match after 6 months of service.
• Annual discretionary bonus based on individual and firm performance.