Controller

Description

• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process across all entities/locations, ensuring accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Manage and review balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, and account analyses; investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, fixed assets, and general ledger functions.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls over financial reporting; document and monitor key accounting processes and policies.
• Serve as the primary lead for external audit and tax preparation, coordinating fieldwork, schedules, and support with outside auditors and tax preparers.
• Partner with the CFO on multi-state tax compliance, including sales/use tax and state income/franchise tax filings across all operating jurisdictions.
• Lead cash management and treasury functions, including bank reconciliations and cash flow monitoring.
• Drive month-over-month and budget-to-actual variance analysis by division/location, identifying probable causes and escalating issues to the CFO.
• Manage revenue recognition and cost of goods sold for a manufacturing company.
• Supervise, train, and develop accounting staff; establish clear close-cycle timelines and review procedures.
• Support the CFO with ad hoc financial analysis, board and lender reporting packages, and special projects as needed.
• Ensure compliance with company policy and applicable federal, state, and local accounting and financial reporting regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA strongly preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a Controller or Assistant Controller role.
• Experience in a multi-location or multi-state manufacturing, distribution, or field-services business strongly preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of NetSuite; advanced Excel proficiency required.
• Demonstrated ownership of the full close cycle and financial statement preparation under GAAP.
• Prior experience managing or coordinating external audits and multi-state tax compliance.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate financial detail into clear guidance for non-financial leaders.
• Proven people-management experience, with the ability to build and develop an accounting team.
• High degree of accuracy, discretion, and integrity in handling sensitive financial information.