Financial Controllers

Hire a Full-Financial Controller Without U.S. Hiring Costs

Hire a dedicated controller to own consolidations, GAAP compliance, and audit-ready reporting
Remote Financial Controller in Brazil ready for hire through 1840 & Company.

Your Global Staffing Partner for Hiring Financial Controllers

We source, vet, and onboard remote financial controllers from regions offering the best cost-to-skill ratio.

Controller-Level Vetting

Screened for consolidations, multi-entity reporting, and month-end close ownership.

No Local Hiring Premium

Hire a controller who owns your close and consolidations without paying local rates.

Controller Placed in 2 Weeks

Shortlisted in 3 to 5 days and ready to lead your next period-end close in under 2 weeks.

Exclusively Yours, Not Shared

One financial controller owns your close calendar and consolidations with no handoffs.

Close and ERP Systems Ready

Experienced in BlackLine, NetSuite, Xero, and SAP for consolidation and period-end close.

Aligned to Your Finance Hours

Available for close deadlines, consolidation cycles, and audit queries in your time zone.
ROLE OVERVIEW

How Financial Controllers Protect Your Business

Financial controllers hold ultimate responsibility for close execution, ledger integrity, and period-end financials. They define what gets recorded, how it is reviewed, and when it is released. It is that accountability that protects your business from financial risk, reporting errors, and costly surprises.

Close Execution and Sign-Off

Controllers set the close calendar, assign ownership, and enforce deadlines. They review the trial balance, confirm all entries are complete and supported, and decide if the period is ready to close. No close proceeds without approval.

Balance Sheet Review and Approval

Controllers are the final checkpoint for all reconciliations. They assess supporting documentation, reject work that fails standards, and keep periods open until every balance sheet account is fully validated and signed off.

Journal Entry Control

All entries, accruals, and reclassifications require controller oversight. They define documentation standards, flag high-risk or unclear items, and take full responsibility for every adjustment recorded in the general ledger.

Financial Statement Ownership

A financial controller owns the financial statements that are shared with external stakeholders. They confirm all figures tie to the ledger, validate movements, and ensure reports are accurate, supported, and ready for scrutiny.

Variance Analysis and Resolution

Financial controllers own variance analysis across periods, budgets, and forecasts. They decide what requires investigation or correction and ensure all necessary adjustments are recorded before the books are closed.

WHEN TO OUTSOURCE

When Outsourcing a Financial Controller Is the Right Move

Global workforce across 150 countries with finance, tech, sales, and support teams
Financial controllers own close execution, ledger integrity, and period-end reporting. When these functions break down, the business faces reporting errors, missed deadlines, and unreliable financials. Outsourcing a financial controller restores that authority without the cost of a permanent hire.

The Close Is Late or Incomplete

A delayed close signals no one owns the process. Journals go unposted, reconciliations are skipped, and the trial balance stalls. An outsourced controller takes ownership and closes each period accurately and on time.

No Final Authority Over Balance Sheet Accounts

Without a controller, reconciliations are prepared but never enforced. Unsupported balances go unchallenged. An outsourced controller becomes the final reviewer and ensures every account is supported at period end.

The Finance Function Has Outgrown Its Structure

As the business scales, close cycles stretch and reporting slows. The gap is not capacity but oversight. An outsourced financial controller brings authority over what gets recorded, reviewed, and released.

Financial Statements Lack Reliability

When numbers shift after reporting or variances go unexplained, confidence in financials erodes. An outsourced controller validates statements before release and ensures every number is accurate and defensible.

SALARY BENCHMARKS

Financial Controller Cost and Salary Comparison

See how much you can save by hiring remote financial controllers from cost-effective regions worldwide.

$6,800/month

Average US Salary

$2,000/month*

Average Philippine Salary

70%

Potential savings

$3,500/month*

Average LATAM Salary

48%

Potential savings

VS

Offshore Vs Local Financial Controller Salaries

Local US Hire Philippines LATAM
Annual Base Salary $81,600 $24,000 $42,000
Payroll Taxes (7.65%-10%) $8,160 $0 $0
Benefits (20%-30%) $16,320 $0 $0
PTO (5%-10%) $4,080 $0 $0
Total Cost $106,080 $24,000 (excluding service fees) $42,000 (excluding service fees)
Savings - $82,080 $64,080

* Salaries shown are based on publicly available data (Indeed, Glassdoor, etc.), showing average rates by role and location. Offshore rates do not include outsourcing provider fees. Please schedule a consultation to receive detailed information tailored to your needs.

LOCATIONS

Explore Financial Controller Profiles by Region

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MODEL COMPARISON

Why 1840 Is the Smarter Way to Hire Financial Controllers

See how we compare to traditional staffing and freelance options.

Freelance Marketplaces

Traditional Staffing Agencies

Engagement Structure

Full-time, dedicated role

Hourly or project-based

Permanent hire or temp placement

Role Ownership

Client-managed, embedded in your team

Independent contractor

Client-managed after placement

Vetting & Screening

Multi-stage vetting + English validation

Self-reported profiles

Resume screening + interviews

Industry & CRM Alignment

Matched by role, industry, and tools

Varies by individual

General experience matching

Commitment & Stability

Long-term role continuity

Often juggling multiple clients

Depends on employee retention

Upfront Fees

None

None

15–30% placement fee typical

Replacement Support

No-cost replacement guarantee

You must rehire yourself

Often additional fees apply

Cost Efficiency

Up to 70% lower than U.S. hiring

Variable hourly rates

High salary + agency fees

Global Talent Access

Nearshore & offshore sourcing

Global, unstructured

Primarily local markets

Scalability

Build one role or entire team

Difficult to standardize

Slower hiring cycles

How It Works

How to Hire a Financial Controller in Just Two Weeks

Define Your Financial Controller Needs

Share how your close runs today, where it breaks, and what the controller will own. We translate this into a clear role scope, including close ownership, reconciliation standards, and reporting responsibility.

Interview Pre-Vetted Financial Controllers

We source and vet controllers aligned to your systems and close structure. In 3–5 days, you receive a validated shortlist. You interview candidates and make the final hiring decision based on your standards and requirements.

Your Controller Starts In Two Weeks

We handle placement, compliance, and payroll while you onboard the controller into your systems and manage them directly. Within two weeks, your controller is accountable for close execution, reconciliations, and financial sign-off.

Outsource Financial Controllers with Zero Risk

No Upfront Fees

We source, vet, and present candidates before you pay.

Interview First

Meet and approve candidates before they join your team.

Free Replacements

If a hire doesn’t work out, we replace them at no cost.

Payroll & Compliance

We manage international payroll and employment compliance.

Top-rated by Clutch

We’re proud to be named by Clutch as a trusted leader in outsourcing.

Clutch Top BPO Award
Clutch Top Inbound Appointment Setting Company Award
Clutch Award for Top Call Centers

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