Controller, Accounting, Financial Reporting

Controller Opportunity | Own Financial Strategy, Reporting & Operations Across a Complex Multi-Property Organization

Salary: $110,000 - $125,000 per year

We are partnering with a well-established, privately held service organization seeking a Controller to join its leadership team. The organization operates multiple business units and revenue streams, creating a dynamic and complex accounting environment that requires both strong technical accounting expertise and strategic business partnership. The company has built a reputation for operational excellence, exceptional customer experiences, and long‑term community impact.

The Controller will play a critical role in supporting executive leadership, driving financial performance, improving processes, and ensuring the integrity of financial reporting across the organization.

• Highly visible leadership role with direct exposure to executive decision‑makers
• Opportunity to influence financial strategy and organizational performance
• Diverse multi‑entity environment providing broad accounting and operational exposure
• Ability to lead process improvement initiatives and drive meaningful change
• Strong mix of strategic leadership and hands‑on accounting responsibility
• Opportunity to mentor and develop accounting professionals
• Stable, respected organization with a strong reputation and long‑term vision
• Collaborative culture that values accountability, problem‑solving, and continuous improvement

• Financial Leadership & Reporting
  • Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
  • Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP
  • Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and supporting schedules
  • Maintain general ledger integrity and chart of accounts structure
  • Prepare executive‑level financial reporting packages and management presentations
  • Analyze financial performance and provide recommendations to leadership
  • Develop and maintain financial dashboards, KPIs, and operational reporting metrics
  • Support strategic planning initiatives through forecasting and financial analysis
• Accounting Operations & Internal Controls
  • Oversee daily accounting operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll coordination, cash management, and fixed assets
  • Establish and maintain strong internal controls and accounting procedures
  • Ensure compliance with accounting standards, policies, and regulatory requirements
  • Lead account reconciliation and balance sheet review processes
  • Drive process improvement initiatives to improve efficiency and reporting accuracy
  • Maintain audit‑ready documentation and financial records
• Budgeting & Forecasting
  • Lead annual budgeting processes across departments
  • Manage monthly forecasting and long‑range financial planning
  • Partner with operational leaders to monitor performance and identify improvement opportunities
  • Provide labor, revenue, and expense analysis to support decision‑making
  • Assist with capital planning and investment analysis initiatives
• Cash Management & Compliance
  • Oversee cash flow management and banking relationships
  • Monitor liquidity and cash position requirements
  • Review and approve electronic payments and disbursements
  • Support tax compliance, regulatory filings, and audit activities
  • Serve as primary liaison with external auditors and financial advisors
  • Lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members
  • Establish departmental goals and performance expectations
  • Promote collaboration and cross‑functional partnership throughout the organization
  • Provide financial guidance and support to operational leadership teams

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
• CPA or advanced accounting credentials preferred
• 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience
• Prior accounting leadership experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls
• Experience leading month‑end close, budgeting, forecasting, and audit processes
• Multi‑entity, multi‑location, or complex organizational accounting experience strongly preferred
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills
• Strong analytical, organizational, and…