Controller (Part-Time, CPA Required)

Stealth Talent Solutions is placing a part-time Controller to the Board for a major Philadelphia-area public transportation authority. Appointed directly by the Board, this role functions as an independent financial advisor and internal auditor, providing objective counsel on financial policy while ensuring the Authority's internal controls and overall fiscal condition remain sound. The engagement is expected to run 12 months or more, with roughly 20 to 25 hours per week varying with the Board calendar. Onsite attendance at Board meetings in Philadelphia is required.

This is a high-visibility advisory position suited to a seasoned CPA with a background in public accounting, forensic accounting, or government finance. The Controller operates independently from management while collaborating with the General Manager, CFO/Treasurer, and senior staff, and may also direct assigned staff or contracted forensic specialists.

• Review, analyse, and verify the Authority's financial and accounting reports and committee materials, providing independent guidance to the Board
• Evaluate and audit the design and effectiveness of internal controls to identify and reduce risk, waste, fraud, and fiscal mismanagement
• Prepare and submit the required independent annual report on the Authority's financial condition to the Board, General Manager, and state Secretary of Transportation
• Respond to regulatory requests and inquiries on financial and accounting matters
• Ensure financial actions and reporting comply with state statutory requirements and Board resolutions
• Manage the Controller's office budget and direct any assigned staff or contracted forensic specialists

• Active CPA licence (required)
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Master's preferred)
• 8 to 10 or more years of senior experience in public accounting, forensic accounting, internal audit, or municipal/government finance
• Deep knowledge of GAAP and GASB reporting standards
• Strong analytical skills, professional scepticism, and technical writing ability
• Ability to attend Board meetings onsite in Philadelphia and take an oath of office and obtain a surety bond prior to commencement

Stealth Talent Solutions is a certified Minority-Owned Business Enterprise (MBE) and Pennsylvania Small Diverse Business (SDB) that partners with organisations to source specialist and executive talent across the public and private sectors.