Controller – Part-Time (1–2 Month Project)
Department: Finance
Location: Remote
Schedule: Part-Time (Flexible Hours)
Project Duration: 1–2 Months
Budget: $2,000 per month
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Controller for a short-term, part-time engagement focused on a targeted NetSuite general ledger (GL) and data cleanup initiative. The ideal candidate will take ownership of reviewing, correcting, and improving key financial data structures and processes. This is a project for someone who is highly detail-oriented, experienced in cleanup and reconciliation work, and comfortable operating independently with minimal direction.
Key Responsibilities
• Conduct a comprehensive review of the General Ledger (GL) structure within NetSuite.
• Identify errors, duplications, miscodings, and areas requiring structural cleanup.
• Reclassify and correct transactions to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Perform detailed account reconciliations and validate historical financial entries.
• Execute data cleanup across NetSuite financial modules, including:
- Vendor and customer records
- Chart of accounts structure
- Department, location, and class coding
• Document all changes made and provide clear guidance for maintaining ongoing accuracy.
• Recommend improvements to financial workflows, including month-end close and coding practices.
• Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders to validate financial statements after cleanup.
Qualifications
• 5+ years of experience as a Controller, Senior Accountant, or Finance Manager.
• Hands-on NetSuite experience (required) – must be highly proficient in navigating, updating, and troubleshooting within the system.
• Proven experience in GL cleanup, reconciliations, and data integrity remediation projects.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting best practices.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage large volumes of data accurately.
• Comfortable working independently and proactively documenting processes and improvements.
• Strong communication skills.
Project Details
• Part-time project: approximately 10–15 hours per week, flexible schedule.
• 1–2-month duration, with potential extension depending on project scope.
• Budget: $2,000 per month.
Ideal Candidate
This role is well-suited for a seasoned finance professional who enjoys untangling complex datasets, resolving inconsistencies, and bringing structure and accuracy to financial systems. The right candidate will thrive in a hands-on cleanup environment and deliver measurable improvements within a compressed timeframe.
