At Ascent CFO Solutions, we are a leading Fractional CFO services firm dedicated to providing strategic financial leadership and insights to startups and SMEs. Our mission is to empower businesses to achieve financial clarity and sustainable growth. As we continue to expand our services and client base, we're looking for a top-notch Fractional Accounting Manager with diverse industry experience to join our dynamic team of fractional financial professionals. In this role, you will serve as a trusted advisor to our clients. Your work will be meaningful and exciting, supporting businesses that are going through transformation, growth, process improvement, fundraising, preparing for an exit, and/or looking to acquire other companies.
As a Fractional Accounting Manager with Ascent CFO Solutions, you will be responsible for leading and planning accounting activities for a variety of clients. You will ensure proper accounting methods, policies, and procedures, and may oversee a Senior Accountant. Our broader client base includes cutting-edge startups, scale-ups, and private companies, in addition to VC- and PE-backed companies across a wide range of industries (Technology, SaaS, Professional Services, Construction, Manufacturing, eCommerce, Healthcare, CPG, FinTech, Real Estate, and more).
Own the month-end close: journal entries, balance sheet and bank reconciliations, and financial reporting across multiple entities.
Produce financial reporting packages, including dashboard and KPI reporting
Oversee payroll processes and support year-end audit and tax engagements
4+ years experience as an Accounting Manager
~ Understanding of GAAP and working knowledge of tax filings such as 1099s and sales tax forms
~ Bachelor's Degree required, along with 1+ years of experience managing small accounting teams
~ The ability to juggle multiple priorities, clients, and entities at once, with a passion for collaboration and excellent client service
Location: This is a remote role, but you must reside in Colorado, Arizona, or Florida.
Why Our Employees Choose Ascent CFO Solutions
~Set your own schedule, choose the number of hours you want to work, generally between 25–35+ hours/week, and work remotely (with in-person opportunities)
~ Connect with highly talented Ascent team members (CFOs, VPs of Finance, Controllers, Accounting Managers, and Senior Accountants) who are ready and willing to collaborate and support you on projects
~ W2 Position with employee health, dental and vision insurance
~Flexible schedule
~ Paid sick time, holiday time & volunteer time
~ Ascent CFO Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce.
Responsibilities
Lead accounting activities across multiple client entities
Oversee month-end close and financial reporting
Manage payroll processes and support audits
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
4+ years as Accounting Manager
GAAP knowledge and basic tax filings understanding