Fractional Controller / VP of Finance

Charles River CFO, Inc.

. Oversee day-to-day accounting and finance operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting .

Posted 10/27/2026contractRemote • Massachusetts • United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls, with a strong background in managing accounting operations and client service. Proficient in overseeing audit processes and regulatory filings while leading accounting teams to achieve accurate financial outcomes.

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U.S. GAAP ExpertiseCPA DesignationFinancial ReportingAudit ExperiencePayroll Systems Management

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Hard Skills

Accounting OperationsFinancial PlanningTechnical Accounting MemorandaInternal ControlsSEC ReportingForm 1099 ComplianceExpense ReimbursementBill Payment SystemsForecastingGeneral Accounting

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationOrganizational SkillsAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsClient Service Commitment

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeQuickBooksNetSuiteBill.comCartaADP

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA Designation

Industry Keywords

PCAOB AuditsAICPA AuditsLife Sciences AccountingPublic Company ReportingCloud-Based Accounting

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee day-to-day accounting and finance operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting
Lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting
Supervise and support accounting staff while taking hands-on responsibility for deliverables
Assist clients with year-end forecasting, financial planning, and growth strategies
Coordinate audit and review activities and work with external auditors
Maintain and improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
Apply U.S. GAAP, prepare technical accounting memoranda, and identify when additional technical guidance is needed
Support tax and regulatory filings, including Form 1099, Delaware filings, and state filings
Manage or support payroll, expense reimbursement, bill payment, and related systems
Work across client accounting platforms and cloud-based tools to improve processes and reporting
Track time and communicate progress, priorities, and issues to the Practice Leader and clients
Provide responsive client service and resolve complex financial and operational challenges
Depending on client needs and experience, support SEC reporting, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, S-1, and S-4
Coordinate filing schedules and work with external legal counsel and auditors

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
CPA designation required; an active license is not required
At least 10 years of finance and accounting experience, including responsibility for Controller-level work
Audit experience and understanding of the differences between PCAOB and AICPA audits
Experience owning the work of a small business finance and accounting function
Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and internal control best practices
Working knowledge of Form 1099, Delaware, and state filing requirements
Experience with payroll, expense reimbursement, and bill payment systems
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and comfort learning new cloud-based technologies
Excellent communication, organization, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Commitment to client service and ability to manage multiple priorities
Willingness to work a variable schedule and take on hands-on work at all levels
Preferred: finance or accounting experience in life sciences
Preferred: public company and SEC reporting experience
Preferred: experience with QuickBooks, NetSuite, or other ERP and accounting platforms
Preferred: familiarity with Bill.com, Carta, and ADP
Preferred: public accounting experience, including Big 5 or other large audit firm experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Fractional schedule of up to 30 hours per week
Remote work setting
Variable schedule
Opportunity to provide strategic financial guidance and hands-on execution
Client partnership and professional service experience