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Accounting

Controller Support

Higher-level accounting oversight without adding a full-time controller. As organizations grow, bookkeeping alone may no longer provide the level of oversight required. Controller Support provides additional structure, review, and coordination for businesses that need stronger accounting processes and financial oversight.

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When Bookkeeping Is No Longer Enough

Growth can bring more transactions, employees, accounts, reporting requirements, and financial complexity.

Our Controller Support services help strengthen the accounting function by providing oversight above the day-to-day bookkeeping process.

Controller Support Services

  • Month-End Close Oversight — Developing and overseeing a structured process for closing the accounting records.
  • Account Reconciliation Review — Reviewing significant balance sheet and other accounts for accuracy and completeness.
  • Financial Statement Review — Reviewing financial reports for unusual balances, trends, inconsistencies, and other matters requiring attention.
  • Accounting Policies & Procedures — Helping organizations establish more consistent accounting processes and documentation.
  • Internal Controls — Evaluating and strengthening financial processes designed to safeguard assets and improve the reliability of accounting information.
  • Accounting Staff Support — Providing higher-level accounting guidance to internal bookkeepers or administrative personnel.
  • Year-End Coordination — Helping prepare accounting records for tax preparation and other year-end reporting requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is Controller Support different from bookkeeping?
Bookkeeping handles day-to-day accounting activity. Controller Support provides higher-level review, oversight, financial close coordination, and accounting process guidance.
Do I need a full-time controller?
Not necessarily. Organizations that have become too complex for basic bookkeeping but do not require a full-time controller may benefit from outsourced controller-level support.
Can you work with our existing bookkeeper?
Yes. Controller Support can complement an existing internal or external bookkeeping function.
Is this Fractional CFO service?
No. Controller Support focuses primarily on accounting oversight, financial reporting, controls, and accounting processes.

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Strengthen Your Accounting Function

Add greater structure, oversight, and reliability to your organization's accounting processes.

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