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Remote Business Unit Controller jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first firms and distributed teams in sectors like manufacturing, technology, and financial services. Employers hiring remotely right now include Jobot, New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, and Cosmo. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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JN Engineering Inc. is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented, and results-driven Financial Controller to oversee the company's financial operations, accounting functions, budgeting, financial reporting, and internal controls.
The successful candidate will provide strategic financial guidance to management, ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and tax regulations, safeguard company assets, and support sustainable business growth through effective financial planning and management.
2. Key Responsibilities
A. Financial Management and Reporting
Oversee the company's daily financial and accounting operations.
Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
Ensure timely preparation of management accounts and financial reports.
Monitor cash flow, revenue, expenses, and profitability.
Provide financial analysis and recommendations to management.
B. Budgeting and Forecasting
Develop and manage annual operating budgets.
Prepare financial forecasts and cash flow projections.
Monitor budget performance and investigate variances.
Recommend cost-control measures and strategies to improve profitability.
C. Accounting and Internal Controls
Supervise accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger functions.
Establish and maintain effective internal financial controls.
Ensure proper documentation of financial transactions.
Review and approve financial transactions in line with company policies.
Prevent and identify financial irregularities, errors, and potential fraud.
D. Taxation and Regulatory Compliance
Ensure compliance with applicable tax laws and statutory requirements.
Coordinate tax filings, payments, and statutory deductions.
Liaise with external auditors, tax consultants, banks, and regulatory authorities.
Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and financial regulations.
E. Project Cost Control and Financial Analysis
Monitor project budgets, costs, and financial performance.
Analyze project expenditure against approved estimates.
Monitor material costs, labour costs, overheads, and operational expenses.
Evaluate project profitability and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Provide financial support for engineering contracts and project proposals.
F. Team Leadership
Supervise and develop the finance and accounting team.
Establish clear performance objectives for finance personnel.
Ensure accuracy, accountability, and efficiency within the finance department.
Provide financial guidance to other departments.
3. Qualifications and Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
Professional accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent is an advantage.
Minimum of 5–8 years of relevant accounting and financial management experience.
Previous experience in engineering, construction, manufacturing, or project-based industries is preferred.
Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, taxation, and internal controls.
Experience with accounting software and ERP systems.
Advanced Microsoft Excel and financial modelling skills.
Knowledge of applicable financial reporting standards (IFRS or relevant local standards).
4. Required Skills and Competencies
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent leadership and communication skills.
High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Excellent financial planning and decision-making skills.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to work under pressure and meet reporting deadlines.
Ability to provide strategic financial advice to senior management.
5. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
The Financial Controller's performance will be measured by:
Accuracy and timeliness of financial reports.
Effective budget management and cost control.
Improved cash flow and working capital management.
Timely tax and statutory compliance.
Reduction of financial errors and irregularities.
Effective monitoring of project costs and profitability.
Efficiency of internal financial controls.
Overall financial performance and accountability.
Pay: $98,100.00 - $189,000.00 per year
Work Location: Remote
JN Engineering Inc. is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented, and results-driven Financial Controller to oversee the company's financial operations, accounting functions, budgeting, financial reporting, and internal controls.
The successful candidate will provide strategic financial guidance to management, ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and tax regulations, safeguard company assets, and support sustainable business growth through effective financial planning and management.
2. Key Responsibilities
A. Financial Management and Reporting
Oversee the company's daily financial and accounting operations.
Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
Ensure timely preparation of management accounts and financial reports.
Monitor cash flow, revenue, expenses, and profitability.
Provide financial analysis and recommendations to management.
B. Budgeting and Forecasting
Develop and manage annual operating budgets.
Prepare financial forecasts and cash flow projections.
Monitor budget performance and investigate variances.
Recommend cost-control measures and strategies to improve profitability.
C. Accounting and Internal Controls
Supervise accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger functions.
Establish and maintain effective internal financial controls.
Ensure proper documentation of financial transactions.
Review and approve financial transactions in line with company policies.
Prevent and identify financial irregularities, errors, and potential fraud.
D. Taxation and Regulatory Compliance
Ensure compliance with applicable tax laws and statutory requirements.
Coordinate tax filings, payments, and statutory deductions.
Liaise with external auditors, tax consultants, banks, and regulatory authorities.
Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and financial regulations.
E. Project Cost Control and Financial Analysis
Monitor project budgets, costs, and financial performance.
Analyze project expenditure against approved estimates.
Monitor material costs, labour costs, overheads, and operational expenses.
Evaluate project profitability and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Provide financial support for engineering contracts and project proposals.
F. Team Leadership
Supervise and develop the finance and accounting team.
Establish clear performance objectives for finance personnel.
Ensure accuracy, accountability, and efficiency within the finance department.
Provide financial guidance to other departments.
3. Qualifications and Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
Professional accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent is an advantage.
Minimum of 5–8 years of relevant accounting and financial management experience.
Previous experience in engineering, construction, manufacturing, or project-based industries is preferred.
Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, taxation, and internal controls.
Experience with accounting software and ERP systems.
Advanced Microsoft Excel and financial modelling skills.
Knowledge of applicable financial reporting standards (IFRS or relevant local standards).
4. Required Skills and Competencies
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent leadership and communication skills.
High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Excellent financial planning and decision-making skills.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to work under pressure and meet reporting deadlines.
Ability to provide strategic financial advice to senior management.
5. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
The Financial Controller's performance will be measured by:
Accuracy and timeliness of financial reports.
Effective budget management and cost control.
Improved cash flow and working capital management.
Timely tax and statutory compliance.
Reduction of financial errors and irregularities.
Effective monitoring of project costs and profitability.
Efficiency of internal financial controls.
Overall financial performance and accountability.
Pay: $98,100.00 - $189,000.00 per year
Work Location: Remote
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Staffing & Recruiting
- Chemicals & Materials
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Accounting & Auditing
- Technology & Software
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote business unit controller jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, with CPA or CMA preferred
- Five or more years of progressive accounting or controllership experience
- Hands-on experience closing books and preparing management financial statements
- Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics
- Experience with intercompany transactions, allocations, and segment reporting
- Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal controls frameworks
Tips for Your Remote Business Unit Controller Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
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Show your async financial reporting skills
Remote employers want to see that you can close a period, build a variance analysis, and present results clearly in writing without a conference room. Include specific examples of written financial commentary or remote reporting deliverables in your resume and cover letter.
Highlight cloud ERP and remote tooling fluency
Name the specific platforms you use: NetSuite, SAP, Workday, Adaptive Planning, and collaboration tools like Slack or Microsoft Teams. Remote hiring managers screen for this before interviews, and vague references to 'ERP experience' won't distinguish you.
Target remote-first companies by structure
Companies that were built as fully distributed organizations are far more likely to have mature remote finance functions and established processes for onboarding remote controllers. Look for roles at companies that explicitly describe distributed or remote-first team structures in the job posting.
Remote Business Unit Controller Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote business unit controller job?
Remote business unit controller roles go to candidates who can demonstrate self-direction, strong written communication, and the ability to close the books and report results without in-person oversight. Remote employers screen for proficiency in cloud-based ERP systems, async collaboration tools, and the ability to surface financial insights clearly in writing. Candidates who highlight prior remote work, distributed-team experience, or independent project ownership stand out.
Which companies hire remote business unit controllers?
Remote business unit controller roles are posted by Jobot, New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, and Cosmo and others right now, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote-first companies and distributed enterprises across technology, industrials, and professional services are the most consistent hirers of this role.
Can you get a remote business unit controller job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level business unit controller roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently from day one with little in-person guidance. Remote-first SaaS companies and growth-stage firms occasionally hire junior controllers. Showing proficiency in cloud accounting platforms, clean examples of financial reporting work, and any async team collaboration experience can open the door.
Do you need a degree for remote business unit controller jobs?
Usually, but a CPA designation or demonstrated results managing a business unit's full financial cycle can carry significant weight alongside or instead of a degree. Remote employers focus on what you can deliver independently: accurate reporting, variance analysis, and clear financial communication. Candidates without a degree who hold professional certifications and show concrete results do get hired.
Which industries hire the most remote business unit controllers?
The sectors hiring the most remote business unit controllers are Staffing & Recruiting, Chemicals & Materials, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These industries rely on distributed finance teams to maintain consistent reporting and cost control across geographically spread business units.
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