Controller, Accounting, Financial Compliance

Description

Corporate Controller | Bethesda, MD | 4-days in office | $150-175K+bonus

We are seeking a strategic, hands-on Corporate Controller to lead the corporate accounting function for a growing organization. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for financial reporting, accounts payable, payroll, treasury, and internal controls, while partnering closely with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to support operational excellence and business growth. This opportunity is ideal for a CPA with strong technical accounting expertise, proven leadership experience, and a passion for building high-performing teams, improving processes, and delivering meaningful financial insight.

What You'll Do

Corporate Financial Reporting

+ Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process for corporate entities and consolidated financial statements

+ Deliver timely, accurate financial reporting to leadership, lenders, and key stakeholders

+ Review financial results, analyze unusual activity, and ensure compliance with GAAP and accounting policies

+ Oversee the general ledger, chart of accounts, consolidations, budgeting, and forecasting support

Accounts Payable Leadership

+ Oversee the full AP function, including invoice processing, coding, approvals, vendor payments, accruals, and reconciliations

+ Strengthen controls, approval workflows, and segregation of duties

+ Drive automation and process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy

Payroll Oversight

+ Lead accurate, timely payroll processing for multi-state employee populations

+ Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations

+ Partner with Human Resources on benefits, deductions, onboarding, and terminations

+ Oversee payroll accounting, reconciliations, reporting, and internal controls

Treasury & Cash Management

+ Manage cash flow, banking relationships, liquidity forecasting, and funding activity

+ Monitor cash positions, funding needs, and compliance requirements

+ Identify risks early and recommend practical solutions

+ Support debt administration and lender coordination as needed

Internal Controls & Compliance

+ Maintain a strong control environment across AP, payroll, treasury, and reporting

+ Recommend and implement improvements to policies, procedures, and governance

+ Support annual audit and tax reporting activities

Leadership & Business Partnership

+ Lead, coach, and develop teams across Accounts Payable, Payroll, and Treasury

+ Build a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

+ Partner with Asset Management, Human Resources, Tax, and executive leadership

+ Communicate proactively, escalate risks early, and provide actionable financial recommendations

Requirements

What We're Looking For

+ Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

+ CPA required, MBA is a plus

+ 7+ years of progressive accounting experience

+ 3-5+ years of leadership experience overseeing accounting, AP, payroll, or treasury teams

+ Demonstrated success managing Accounts Payable, Payroll, and Treasury functions

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Experience with multi-entity consolidations preferred

+ Real estate industry experience preferred

+ Advanced knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, payroll compliance, and cash management

+ Strong Excel skills and experience with AP automation, payroll systems, and banking/treasury platforms

+ Proven ability to lead teams, improve processes, and influence across departments

This is an excellent opportunity for a finance leader who combines technical strength, operational discipline, and people leadership with a forward-thinking, improvement-oriented mindset. If you are looking for a visible role where you can make a lasting impact, please apply for immediate consideration. Direct additional questions to Lee Chernett, VP at Robert Half Finance & Accounting, via Linked In.

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