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Jill Waugh (formerly Grater) graduated from Robert Morris University in 2003 with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting (magna cum laude). She returned to Robert Morris University to earn her Master of Science in Taxation degree in 2010. Her career has included positions at a Big Four accounting firm as well as a regional firm plus companies in the private sector. She is also an adjunct professor at CCAC teaching Financial Accounting.

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Grater Consulting LLC was founded in 2009 to focus on the needs of small and mid-sized companies providing full-charge accounting and controller and CFO services on a part-time or interim basis.


Services provided include payroll processing, monthly QuickBooks entry, bank reconciliations, monthly or quarterly financial reporting, QuickBooks installation and training as well as ongoing support and other services as needed. Jill is a certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor. 



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Have you Considered Using a Virtual CFO, Controller or Finance Director?

A virtual CFO (or controller or finance director) is a relatively new business model. This is a way for small businesses to get the higher level of support that they need but have been unable to afford on a full-time basis. Small businesses who hire a virtual CFO get access to an experienced financial professional at a fraction of the cost of a full-time CFO. The services will differ for each engagement, but usually a virtual CFO will handle all the duties of a traditional CFO, but work remotely and on a part-time basis; monitor the financial health and well-being of the business, usually with cloud technology; offer financial insight and guidance on company decisions and issues; provide back-office functions such as managing accounts ledgers, monthly closing, bank reconciliation, etc. and be available for onsite meetings, onsite hours and liaison with banks, attorneys and outside accountants.

Having access to a virtual CFO can be a big benefit for a small business. As many as 8 out of 10 businesses fail within the first two years. Reasons for failure include an inability find a profitable business model. With an accounting professional acting as their virtual CFO, they could keep their financial goals and realities clearly in sight. Think about your needs and let Grater Consulting know if you would like to discuss a Virtual CFO engagement.