Focused Energy

Junior Controller & QA/QC Specialist

Remote

Full-time

$36,000-$48,000

About This Job

Junior Controller & QA/QC Speacialist

About Focused Energy

Focused Energy is a results-driven fractional finance and accounting firm dedicated to making a positive impact on our clients. We believe in taking ownership, embracing challenges, and driving impactful results. Our team operates with the core values of accountability, passion, and integrity, ensuring that our clients receive the highest level of financial and strategic support.

Role Overview

As a Junior Controller & QA/QC Specialist at Focused Energy, you will play a pivotal role by supporting client financial operations while also ensuring internal quality control. You will provide essential services such as month-end close, financial reporting, and compliance for our clients, while also conducting internal QA/QC reviews of accounting deliverables to uphold accuracy, completeness, and policy adherence. This balance between client-facing responsibilities and internal quality assurance is key to maintaining high standards and driving impactful results for both clients and Focused Energy.

At Focused Energy, we measure success not only by the quality of work delivered, but also by the impact we create for our clients. Our values shape our approach to work and define what success looks like in this role:

Our Values:

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Do what you say, when you say you will do it

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Love your work, the clients, and who you work with

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Embrace the tough conversations you need to have

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Be someone that people can count on, no matter what

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Be driven to action to make impactful things happen, instead of waiting for them to happen to you

Junior Controller Key Responsibilities (75%)

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Perform month-end close procedures, including reconciliations and financial statement preparation for our client’s accounts.

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Ensure compliance with GAAP and client-specific accounting policies.

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Review balance sheet reconciliations and identify errors or discrepancies.

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Provide financial insights and recommendations to clients to support decision-making.

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Work closely with Client Leads and the Compliance PM to uphold strong financial controls.

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Assist in developing and implementing process improvements within client accounting functions.

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Guide and educate clients on financial best practices to empower their businesses.

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Maintain meticulous documentation and reporting to ensure accuracy and completeness.

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Communicate effectively with internal teams and clients to ensure clarity and transparency.

Internal QA/QC Specialist Key Responsibilities (25%)1. Quality Assurance Review

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Conduct detailed reviews of Balance Sheet Reconciliations and Accounting deliverables to ensure:

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Completeness

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Accuracy

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Policy adherence

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Compliance with industry standards (e.g., GAAP, IFRS)

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Verify that all financial reconciliations are completed by the 15th of each month, with QA/QC reviews finalized by the end of the month.

2. Quality Control Process

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Cross-reference reconciliations against the general ledger and supporting documents for alignment.

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Perform recalculations to validate critical amounts and ensure timely resolution of reconciling items.

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Verify that all required reconciliations (e.g., Bank, Credit Card, AR/AP, Deferred Revenue, Inventory, Fixed Assets, etc.) are completed and compliant with policies.

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Ensure that supporting documentation (e.g., bank statements, invoices, receipts) is accurate, complete, and properly archived.

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Confirm that exceptions or deviations from policies are documented and approved.

3. Issue Identification and Resolution

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Identify discrepancies, inaccuracies, or policy deviations during QA/QC reviews.

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Notify Client Leads of identified issues, providing clear documentation of the findings and corrective actions required.

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Verify that all identified issues have been resolved and adjustments properly recorded before finalizing the month-end close.

4. Process Testing and Random Sampling

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Conduct monthly random sampling of processes and controls to identify inconsistencies or non-compliance with accounting standards.

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Focus on critical areas, such as AR/AP aging, inventory updates, revenue recognition, and systems integration.

5. Reporting and Tracking

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Maintain a QA/QC tracker to document review outcomes, including the number and severity of identified issues.

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Compile detailed QA reports summarizing findings, discrepancies, and corrective actions.

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Share findings with Client Leads, Compliance Project Managers, and Practice Leads to ensure accountability and continuous improvement.

6. Communication and Workflow Coordination

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Collaborate with Client Leads, Compliance PMs, and Engagement Management teams to ensure smooth workflows.

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Communicate QA/QC findings promptly and provide detailed feedback on required corrections.

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Follow up to confirm that corrections have been made and reconciliations meet required standards.

What Success Looks Like in This Role

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Act Swiftly, Stay Curious, and Deliver Results: Move quickly, ask the right questions, and follow through on every task.

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Own the Details & Spot the Opportunities: If you see an error, address it. If you see an opportunity to create impact, take action.

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Empower and Educate Clients: Help clients understand the financial story behind their numbers.

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Uphold Strong Controls: Maintain integrity by ensuring duties are properly separated and financial controls are followed.

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Invest in Client Success: Think beyond just the numbers—consider the broader impact on the business and the people behind it.

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Be Mindful of Your Impact: Your actions should leave a lasting positive impact on clients and the team.

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Value is defined by the client: Success is when clients trust us with expanding responsibilities beyond the original scope of work.

Tools & Systems Utilized

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Utilize tools such as Google Workspace, AirTable (Accounting & Finance Activity Tracker), DropBox (Client Document Storage), and Asana to manage workflows and track progress, and Slack.

Qualifications

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

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2-4 years of accounting experience, preferably in a client-facing role at a large accounting firm.

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Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting.

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Proficiency in accounting software and tools (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, Xero).

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Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly and concisely.

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High attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

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Adaptability and willingness to embrace tough conversations and challenges.

Why Join Focused Energy?

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Work with a dynamic team that values integrity, accountability, and results.

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Engage with high-growth clients and gain exposure to diverse industries.

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Opportunity to take ownership and make a tangible impact on clients.

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Collaborative and supportive work environment with continuous learning opportunities.

Join us at Focused Energy, where we take action, deliver value, and empower businesses to thrive! To apply please use Indeed Apply and submit your resume & cover letter.

Company: Focused Energy Location: Remote Job Type: Full-time /1099 Compensation: $3,000-$4,000/month depending on experience

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $3,000.00 - $4,000.00 per month

Schedule:

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Monday to Friday

Work Location: Remote

Junior Controller & QA/QC Specialist

About This Job

Junior Controller & QA/QC Speacialist

About Focused Energy

Role Overview

Our Values:

Junior Controller Key Responsibilities (75%)

2. Quality Control Process

3. Issue Identification and Resolution

4. Process Testing and Random Sampling

5. Reporting and Tracking

6. Communication and Workflow Coordination

Tools & Systems Utilized

Qualifications

Why Join Focused Energy?

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $3,000.00 - $4,000.00 per month

Schedule:

•Monday to Friday

Work Location: Remote

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