POSITION OVERVIEW
The Accounting & Finance Contractor provides hands-on, controller-level accounting and finance support directly to the CEO of Relentless Hospitality Collective. This is a "doer" role responsible for completing accounting and financial work directly rather than overseeing or delegating to a finance team. The contractor will work closely with the CEO to maintain accurate financial records, provide timely financial reporting, and support business decisions through financial analysis.
WORK HOURS
- 8 hours per week, one day per week
- Day and time to be coordinated directly with the CEO
- In-person, on-site at the Scottsdale Office
- Independent Contractor (1099)
- Compensation: $75 per hour
- Start date: To be confirmed
RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES include but are not limited to:
- Maintain and reconcile company books, including the general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
- Complete monthly close activities and ensure financial records are accurate and up to date.
- Prepare financial statements, cash flow reports, and budget-to-actual analysis.
- Review financial reports with the CEO and explain financial information in clear, easy-to-understand terms.
- Monitor the company’s cash position weekly and identify potential issues or opportunities.
- Review or process payroll, vendor payments, and related financial administration.
- Conduct financial analysis to support business decisions, including pricing, cost control, margins, and forecasting.
- Track tax filing deadlines and coordinate with the company’s outside CPA or tax preparer.
- Identify and address gaps in financial controls, accounting processes, and reporting.
- Take ownership of assigned accounting and finance projects from start to finish.
- Maintain confidentiality and discretion when handling financial and company information.
- Perform other accounting and finance duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS & IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE
- 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including controller-level responsibilities.
- Strong hands-on accounting skills, including general ledger, reconciliations, financial statement preparation, and cash flow management.
- Comfortable working independently as the primary finance resource without a larger finance team.
- Strong proficiency with accounting software such as QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.
- Experience in hospitality, multi-entity organizations, or small/growing businesses is preferred.
- Highly trustworthy and comfortable handling confidential financial information.
- Comfortable working directly and one-on-one with the CEO.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to explain financial information in plain language.
- Self-directed, organized, and able to complete a full workload independently within one focused workday per week.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to identify and resolve accounting or financial issues.
Work schedule
- Other