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Vantage CFO

Controller

Vantage CFO, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383

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Overview

Vantage-CFO is a leading fractional CFO and fully outsourced accounting firm that delivers high-impact financial leadership to clients without the cost of a full-time CFO. We provide high-touch financial strategy, complete back-office accounting, and Controllership with single and multi-entity financial oversight for home offices, small businesses, start-ups, enterprise organizations, and a family of companies across diverse industries. By offering on-demand CFO expertise, Vantage-CFO helps businesses navigate complex financial landscapes with confidence. Our services drive growth and profitability for clients by combining strategic insight with day-to-day financial management. Vantage-CFO has become a trusted name in finance and accounting with regional offices in Atlanta, Chicago, and Huntsville, known for delivering quality solutions that give business owners auditable financial control and data-driven confidence in their decisions. We operate as fiduciaries for our clients’ teams, ensuring rigorous compliance and meticulous accounting so they can focus on growth, with experienced financial oversight. Role Overview We are seeking a Controller to play a pivotal role at the intersection of asset management, corporate finance, and accounting leadership. In this full-time, hybrid position based in Atlanta, GA. The Controller will manage end-to-end accounting lifecycle. You will bridge strategic finance and operational accounting by solutioning data and systems information into consolidated financials, ensuring all transactions adhere to U.S. GAAP, and if necessary, relevant SEC regulations. This role involves significant collaboration with our Business leadership, CFO advisors, controllers, and accounting team members to maintain accurate, unified financial records. As Controller, you will also be a key advisor to ownership, providing insights on financial and accounting optimization and potential exit strategies in a fast-paced, client-centric environment. This is a high-impact role that requires both big-picture strategic thinking and hands-on detail orientation to support Vantage-CFO’s fractional CFO model. Key Responsibilities

Financial Oversight:

Oversee

multiple entity

spanning industries such as logistics, food & beverage, fintech, and more. Manage all transactions (accounting entries, amortization schedules, depreciation, bank reconciliations), financial close schedules, and ensure accurate tracking of asset performance and returns. Accounting & Compliance:

Ensure every transaction and holding is accounted for in accordance with

U.S. GAAP

and

SEC reporting rules

(if applicable). Oversee intercompany entries, eliminations, and

consolidations

for seamless integration data into corporate financial statements. Maintain compliance with local and state regulations governing asset transfers and reporting. Systems Management:

Manage sophisticated

transactional sub-ledger systems and ERP platforms

(e.g. QuickBooks, NetSuite) to record details, depreciation, income, expense, and other impacting GL activity. Leverage technology to automate reports and improve transparency. Cross-Functional Coordination:

Work closely with Vantage-CFO’s fractional

CFOs, controllers, and accounting teams

to incorporate related data into

financial reports

and forecasts. Coordinate period-end closing activities related to assets and ensure timely, accurate reporting to stakeholders. Broker & Lender Relations:

Build and maintain strong relationships with

brokers, lenders, and external partners . Negotiate and coordinate transaction terms, perform due diligence, and ensure financing arrangements are optimized for the client’s benefit. Stakeholder Reporting:

Prepare and present

performance reports

to high-net-worth owners and family office representatives. Communicate complex financial information clearly and concisely. Strategic Advisory:

Serve as a strategic advisor to ownership on

optimization and strategies . Identify underperforming operational activities, lack of compliance, or opportunities for value enhancement and recommend action plans. Qualifications

Education & Certification:

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field is required.

CPA highly preferred . Experience:

5–8 years of progressive experience in

accounting management, investment management, or corporate controller

roles. Proven track record handling

accounting

activity and complex portfolios. Technical Skills:

Strong understanding of

multi-entity accounting, consolidations, and intercompany transactions . Proficiency with

QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar ERP systems . Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills required. Regulatory Knowledge:

Solid knowledge of

U.S. GAAP

and familiarity with

SEC regulations

(if applicable). Communication:

Exceptional ability to engage with

high-net-worth individuals (HNWI)

and family office stakeholders. Strategic & Detail-Oriented:

Ability to merge high-level strategy with meticulous financial execution. Location:

Atlanta, GA

(Hybrid). Why Join Vantage-CFO

Impact & Prestige:

Work directly with a prominent family office and multi-industry asset portfolio. Growth & Challenge:

Exposure to diverse industries – logistics, food & beverage, fintech – with complex, high-value transactions. Innovative Team Culture:

Collaborate with seasoned CFOs, financial strategists, and accounting experts. Atlanta Advantage:

Engage with one of the nation’s fastest-growing financial hubs. Compensation:

Salary plus performance-based bonuses, full benefits, and professional development. Job Type: Full-time 401(k) 401(k) matching Health insurance Life insurance On-the-job training Paid time off Vision insurance Education: Master's (Preferred) Experience: Accounting: 5 years (Preferred) Ability to Commute: Atlanta, GA 30318 (Required) Ability to Relocate: Atlanta, GA 30318: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Atlanta, GA 30318 Seniority level

Mid-Senior level Employment type

Full-time Job function

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