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Gary Hartig

@garyhartig

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I build efficient accounting operations, reporting systems, and controls for growing multi-entity businesses.

United States

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What I'm looking for

Strategic accounting and finance professional with 15+ years of progressive experience leading accounting operations, financial reporting, month-end close, budgeting, and process improvements for companies ranging from startups to multi-entity organizations.

I've led accounting operations for venture-backed AI startups, SaaS companies, manufacturers, retailers, nonprofits, healthcare organizations, and multi-entity private businesses.

At Attivo Partners, I managed full-cycle accounting for startup clients and led four QuickBooks Online migrations. I implemented Ramp AP automation that reduced monthly processing time by 15% and coordinated annual tax and 1099 compliance.

As a controller, I shortened month-end close from 14 to 8 days, reduced out-of-period adjustments by 90%, improved gross margins from 29% to 35%, and built financial infrastructure that supported expansion from 2 to 12 locations.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Consulting Senior Accountant

Attivo Partners

Jan 2026 - Aug 2026 (7 months)

Managed full-cycle accounting for venture-backed AI startup clients, including AP, AR, general ledger, payroll, and month-end close. Led system migrations to QuickBooks Online and implemented AP automation, reducing processing time by 15%.

Quickbooks Online Ramp AP Automation Financial Reporting Month End Closing Payroll Bank Reconciliation Cash Management General Ledger Accountant Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Tax Compliance

Fractional Controller

VCFO, Inc.

Sep 2021 - Mar 2025 (3 years 6 months)

Managed full-cycle accounting, month-end close, financial reporting, budgeting, and process improvement for clients across multiple industries. Produced ERC and PPP returns totaling $2 million and conducted a three-year audit of COGS accounts.

Financial Reporting Month End Closing Budgeting Process Improvement SOP Development KPI Reporting Balance Sheet Reconciliation ERCs PPP Audit COGS Grant Funding Accounting Structures

Controller

Bicycle Sport Shop, Inc.

Oct 2020 - May 2021 (7 months)

Oversaw accounting operations for a $22 million, five-unit retailer, managing a team of three. Conducted forensic accounting to correct system errors and led due diligence for the company's sale.

Forensic Accounting Due Diligence Financial Reporting Team Management Performance Metrics Error Correction

Controller

Chameleon Companies

Nov 2015 - Apr 2020 (4 years 5 months)

Directed all accounting functions for a $50 million private enterprise, supervising a staff of five. Implemented automated AP system, reduced month-end close time from 14 to 8 days, and integrated POS and performance systems.

General Ledger Accountant Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Financial Reporting Month End Closing AP Automation POS Integration Performance Systems Tax Filings vendor negotiation Margin Improvement

Controller

Saguaro Partners, LLC

Jan 2007 - Nov 2015 (8 years 10 months)

Oversaw finance and HR for 12 units, managing $6M+ annual revenue and 80+ employees. Built financial infrastructure to support expansion from 2 to 12 locations and negotiated leases, loans, and vendor contracts.

Financial Management HR Oversight Financial Infrastructure Expansion Planning Lease Negotiation Loan Negotiation Vendor contract negotiation Revenue Management