Director-Level Controller/CFO Consultant

Schedule: Monday–Friday | Full-Time | Hybrid
Location: Atlanta, GA
Compensation: Up to $225k Base

About NOW CFO

NOW CFO is seeking a Director-Level Controller/CFO Consultant to join our growing Atlanta market. This leadership consulting role is responsible for managing multiple client engagements while mentoring consultants, supporting business development, and serving as a trusted financial advisor to clients across a variety of industries.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in consulting, enjoys solving complex accounting and operational challenges, and wants to play an active role in developing both clients and internal team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead multiple client engagements, providing Controller-level financial leadership and strategic guidance
• Manage project scope, timelines, deliverables, and overall client satisfaction
• Build project plans and execute engagements efficiently while maintaining strong client relationships
• Oversee month-end close, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls
• Improve accounting processes, financial systems, and operational efficiencies
• Coach, mentor, and review the work of consulting staff
• Provide guidance and feedback to consultants while supporting their professional development
• Support sales efforts by assisting with client meetings, project scoping, and solution development
• Manage project economics, utilization, and profitability
• Handle challenging client conversations with professionalism and confidence
• Spend approximately 50% of time in billable client work and 50% supporting leadership, management, and business development initiatives

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience
• Minimum 5 years of consulting experience
• Previous Controller-level experience supporting multiple clients or business units
• Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls
• Experience managing multiple concurrent projects and priorities
• Proven ability to build and execute project plans
• Strong client-facing communication skills, including the ability to navigate difficult conversations
• Experience with a variety of ERP systems
• Advanced Excel skills

Preferred

• CPA designation
• Corporate accounting and/or strong operational accounting experience
• Project accounting experience
• Cost accounting experience
• Experience networking and developing business relationships
• Multi-industry consulting experience

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is:

• A collaborative leader who enjoys developing people
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, changing environments
• Confident leading client engagements from start to finish
• Organized with excellent project management skills
• Solutions-oriented and able to quickly assess business challenges
• Professional, consultative, and relationship-focused
• Excited to help grow both the Atlanta market and the consulting team

What NOW CFO Offers

• Competitive compensation
• Performance bonus opportunity
• Career growth and leadership advancement
• 401(k) with company match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Opportunity to work with diverse clients across multiple industries

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