Controller - Professional Services

Description

Hiring for Winter 2026/2027

About All In One Accounting

All In One Accounting is a 7-time winner of the 50 Fastest Growing Companies in the Twin Cities and one of the Best Places to Work in the Minneapolis area. Our purpose is simple: to make the lives of entrepreneurial and nonprofit leaders better. We do that by supporting profitable growth, protecting assets, and amplifying impact — bringing financial clarity and strategic leadership to the clients who need it most. We run on EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System), which means clear goals, strong accountability, and a team that executes with intention.

About the Role

We're seeking a Controller for our Professional Services practice who leads the quality of client work, develops the Accountants alongside them, and serves as a trusted financial advisor to consulting firms, law practices, marketing agencies, and staffing companies. You are client-facing and advisory, and you play a critical role in the team.

Now About You

We hire for hungry, humble, and smart — and Controllers at AIOA are the fullest expression of all three. Hungry means you own the quality of your team's work and the development of the Accountants alongside you. Humble means you invest in the people around you genuinely, take accountability when work falls short, and bring your best thinking to every client interaction and every team conversation. Smart means you translate complex financials into clear decisions, lead with calm confidence, and know how to guide a team to great work without a formal reporting line to lean on.

Responsibilities & Expectations

Client Responsibilities

Lead month-end closing processes and client financial review meetings

Oversee financial reporting including P&L by service line, utilization metrics, realization rates, and cash flow statements

Lead the work quality and mentorship of Accountants on your delivery

Drive revenue recognition compliance and billing accuracy across client engagements

Analyze budget variances and communicate strategic opportunities and risks to clients and the CFO

Prepare cash flow forecasting and operational planning recommendations in support of CFO client leadership

Serve as proactive liaison with clients' CPAs, attorneys, and banking partners

Implement and maintain robust internal controls across client accounts

Oversee payroll processes including contractor compliance and benefits reconciliation

Implement and maintain robust internal controls across client accounts

Utilize current processes and tools, including code red alerts, to proactively identify and prevent fraud throughout all client accounting processes

Meet or exceed billable hours goals while maintaining service excellence

Internal Responsibilities

Complete all internal responsibilities including time tracking, capacity planning, and quarterly initiatives

Actively participate in All In One Accounting's Brand Ambassador program, representing our mission and values

Uphold security practices to protect client assets effectively

The Successful Candidate Will Have

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business administration

Experience in a multi-client or Client Accounting Services (CAS) environment strongly preferred

7+ years of progressive accounting experience including team leadership

Proven expertise in professional service business models, utilization and realization metrics, and service-line KPIs

Strong ability to develop and guide Accountants without a formal reporting relationship

Excellence in financial analysis and communication with business owners

Demonstrated success in client-facing advisory roles in a multi-client environment

Advanced technical skills across multiple accounting platforms

Why All In One Accounting

All In One Accounting offers a work environment built on flexibility, trust, and genuine investment in our people. With team members across the country, we've built a culture that works regardless of geography — grounded in our five core values of Commitment, Foresight, Relationships, Tenacity, and Teamwork. This is a rare opportunity to step into true business ownership without equity risk — running your own practice, leading your own team, and sharing in the results you create. If you're ready to operate like a partner, we're ready to treat you like one.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary/Rate: $90,000 – $125,000

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K

Life insurance

Long and short-term disability

HSA, FSA, and dependent care options

Professional development opportunities

Annual Bonus: Up to 10% of salary

All In One Accounting provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.