Controller, Accounting, Financial Compliance

This is a 100% onsite position, Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm

Pay: $80-135/hour based on experience

Duration: 6 months

Potential temp to hire based on performance

The Controller is responsible for overseeing all accounting operations, ensuring the accuracy of financial information, maintaining a strong internal control environment, and supporting strategic financial decision-making. This role leads the accounting team, manages financial reporting, and partners with leadership to drive organizational performance and compliance.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Oversee preparation of accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Manage audit processes (internal and external), including preparation of schedules and responding to auditor inquiries.

• Direct all day to day accounting functions, including A/R, A/P, payroll, general ledger, and fixed assets.
• Oversee month end and year end close processes, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
• Develop, implement, and maintain accounting policies and internal controls.

• Coordinate the annual budgeting process and assist with strategic forecast.
• Monitor budget and forecast vs. actual performance and provide variance analysis.
• Partner with department leaders to support financial decision making and operational efficiency.
• Provide analytical insights that support strategy, cost control, and profitability initiatives.

• Manage, mentor, and develop the accounting team.
• Establish workload priorities and maintain high standards of accuracy and timeliness.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.

• Oversee accounting systems and ensure they support efficient, accurate financial operations.
• Implement process improvements that enhance accuracy, speed, and internal control.
• Support or lead ERP upgrades, automation initiatives, and reporting system enhancements.

• Collaborate closely with Finance, Operations, HR, and Leadership on key initiatives.
• Provide financial expertise for business cases, contracts, pricing, and investment decisions.
• Present financial results and insights to senior management and the board (if applicable).

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required; CPA preferred.
• 7–10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including management required.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal control frameworks required.
• Experience with ERP systems, financial reporting tools, and process automation required.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and analytical skills.

• Expert knowledge in US GAAP with a strong consultative but results oriented approach.
• Mentally strong to challenge assumptions and handle complex financial analysis.
• Superior analytical skills and strong attention to detail balanced by a keen ability to integrate the broader strategic picture.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills. Ability to easily learn and retain technical information.
• Adept at preparing & effectively presenting monthly & quarterly reporting packages.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Must have strong consultation and collaboration skills.