Job description
This is a remote position.
Part-Time Accountant / Bookkeeper / Fractional CFO for Science-Driven Lab Businesses
Job 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
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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
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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.
Originally posted on Himalayas
Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.