Part-Time Accountant/Bookkeeper/Fractional CFO for Lab Businesses

This is a remote position.

Part-Time Accountant / Bookkeeper / Fractional CFO for Science-Driven Lab BusinessesJob DescriptionWe operate multiple analytical laboratory businesses focused on regulated testing in cannabis and environmental lab spaces. We’re seeking a part-time, long-term financial partner who can handle both daily bookkeeping and strategic financial oversight, including budgeting, forecasting, and investor reporting.This role combines operational accuracy with high-level financial thinking. You’ll manage invoicing, expenses, and reconciliations day-to-day—while also helping us analyze cash flow, prepare financial models, and generate reports for board meetings, capital planning, and expansion efforts.Key Responsibilities

• Record and categorize daily transactions (expenses, revenue, payroll allocations, bills, reimbursements)
• Maintain books in Zoho Books
• Manage invoices, vendor bills, and payment tracking
• Perform bank and credit card reconciliations
• Generate monthly financial reports, P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow
• Assist in building budgets, forecasts, and pro formas
• Provide financial insights to support operational decisions and investor discussions
• Prepare board-level summaries and visuals
• Coordinate with our CPA for tax filing and compliance
• Support multi-entity tracking

Tools & Platforms We Use

• Zoho Books
• Gusto (payroll)

Experience with Zoho Books is required.Ideal Candidate

• Part-time availability (~10–15 hours/week to start, scalable over time)
• Experience supporting scientific, lab, or professional services businesses
• Fluent in GAAP, cash + accrual accounting
• Skilled in creating budgets, forecasts, investor-ready summaries
• Detail-oriented, proactive communicator
• Comfortable working independently and producing clean, audit-ready books
• Experience with multi-entity or departmental reporting a strong plus

⸻Commitment

• Flexible hours, async communication is fine
• Must be available for weekly check-ins (via Zoom or async updates)
• Long-term fit preferred—ideally someone who can grow with us and handle increasing strategic scope

⸻LocationRemote. Must be fluent in English and familiar with U.S. accounting and compliance practices. Preference given to U.S.-based or U.S.-time-zone-aligned candidates, but open to global talent.

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