We are seeking an accomplished Controller to provide strategic leadership and oversight of all accounting operations, ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of the organization’s financial reporting. This role is instrumental in supporting corporate governance, optimizing internal controls, and driving overall financial effectiveness.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead month-end close processes and prepare, review, and analyze reconciliations and journal entries.
- Supervise financial statement preparation, trend analysis, and management reporting.
- Oversee general ledger, accounts receivable, and accounts payable functions within the accounting department.
- Manage ERP/accounting systems operations and upgrades.
- Implement and monitor internal controls to reduce risk and improve process efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and coordinate annual audits and tax engagements.
- Develop analytical reports comparing budget vs. actuals and provide forecasting support.
- Mentor accounting staff and coordinate training initiatives.
- Create ad-hoc financial reports and analyses as needed.
- Support senior management on investor presentations and other strategic finance needs.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; CPA required.
- 7–10 years of progressive accounting experience, including team leadership.
- Experience in manufacturing or inventory-driven environments required.
- Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, Access, and financial systems.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.
- Deadline-driven, detail-oriented, reliable, and curious.
- Master’s degree or MBA is a plus.