Controller (12 Month Contract)

Clearco is the capital partner that thinks like a founder. We provide fast, flexible, and founder-first funding designed to scale with your momentum. With over $3 billion deployed to 10,000+ brands, Clearco is the only platform offering both Cash Advance and Invoice Funding in one place. Reporting to the Senior Director of Finance, the Controller will manage full-cycle accounting and ensure the accuracy and integrity of the company’s financial reports. The Controller plays a critical role in safeguarding company assets, optimizing accounting processes, and supporting overall business objectives. Contract Duration : August 17, 2026 – August 31, 2027 What your day-to-day will look like: Manage the day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and intercompany transactions. Implement and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure accurate financial reporting. Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes. Prepare reconciliations, reviewer-level entries, and variance analysis. Prepare and review consolidated financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with US GAAP and regulatory requirements. Administer the distribution of financial packages to internal and external stakeholders. Ensure the accounting system and processes are efficient and effective in supporting financial reporting and tax preparations. Optimize sales tax reporting. Coordinate and oversee external audits and liaise with auditors to address findings. Perform other duties, special projects, and ad hoc assignments as reasonably required to support the Finance department and the organization's operational objectives. Provide leadership and mentorship to other members of the Finance team. You will thrive if you: Have a CPA designation with 7-10 years of relevant experience. Are knowledgeable about IFRS and/or US GAAP. Have previous experience working with Sage Intacct. Comfortable working in a multi-entity environment with intercompany transactions. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Are detail-oriented and meticulous — you take pride in knowing the details and are obsessed with accuracy. Possess excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. Have the ability to organize, prioritize, and meet multiple deadlines in a fast-paced work environment. Can deliver results independently and while working with a team. Are able to communicate effectively to both internal and external stakeholders. At Clearco, we strive for an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. If you have specific accessibility needs, please let us know so we can support you. Please note that we use AI-assisted tools to help our team manage applications, though humans remain the sole decision-makers in our hiring. Contact us for more information on our tools or to request an accommodation.