Financial Controller – Multi-Client & CAS Operations

Overview

Minerva Intelligence (YC X25) is seeking a Financial Controller – Multi-Client & CAS Operations to oversee CAS accounting operations across multiple client portfolios. The role combines strong technical accounting knowledge with excellent client management skills
, ensuring financial accuracy, process efficiency, and strategic insight across diverse industries and firms. This role bridges bookkeeping, financial control, and advisory and involves managing multiple accounting teams, client relationships, and reporting systems simultaneously.

$60,000.00/yr - $/yr

• Oversee the full accounting cycle for multiple client entities (GL, AP/AR, payroll, reconciliations, and month-end close).
• Review and finalize client financial statements, management reports, and cash-flow forecasts.
• Implement internal controls, financial procedures, and best practices across all client accounts.
• Ensure consistent accounting standards (GAAP/IFRS) across multiple client firms.
• Serve as the primary financial contact for assigned clients—responding promptly and advising proactively.
• Coordinate with client leadership and external accountants/auditors for year-end processes.
• Translate complex financial data into actionable business insights.
• Supervise and mentor bookkeepers, junior accountants, and staff across multiple engagements.
• Optimize workflow through automation tools (Quick Books Online, Xero, Dext, Gusto, or similar).
• Review deliverables for accuracy, timeliness, and consistency across all client accounts.
• Support process improvements and cross-firm collaboration.
• Contribute to client onboarding, standardization, and scaling of CAS services.

• CPA, CA, or CMA designation (or in progress) required.
• CPG/e-commerce experience required.
• 5+ years of accounting experience, with at least 1 year in a Controller or senior accounting leadership role.
• Experience managing multiple entities or clients simultaneously (CAS, outsourcing, or multi-firm environments).
• Strong understanding of US and/or Canadian GAAP, financial controls, and reporting cycles.
• Proficiency with accounting software (Quick Books, Xero, Net Suite, or similar) and reporting tools (Excel, Power BI, Fathom).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to explain complex data clearly to non-finance stakeholders.
• Strong time management, problem-solving, and leadership abilities.

• Naturally organized and detail-oriented, yet comfortable handling ambiguity.
• Thrives in a client-facing, multi-tasking environment.
• Enjoys optimizing workflows and mentoring accounting teams.
• Curious, proactive, and technology-driven (comfortable with cloud accounting tools).

• Be part of a fast-growing fintech ecosystem transforming how businesses manage accounting, automation, and real-time financial insights.
• Work with diverse, high-growth clients across industries—from tech startups to professional services and real estate portfolios.
• Join a culture of innovation and ownership where new ideas, curiosity, and problem-solving are celebrated.
• Grow with a clear path to senior leadership, Virtual CFO, or CAS practice lead roles as we scale.
• Leverage modern tech stacks (AI-powered accounting, workflow automation, analytics dashboards) to deliver smarter, faster, and more insightful client results.
• Collaborate globally with an ambitious team building the next generation of client accounting solutions.

San Francisco, CA