Controller, Accounting, Accounting Manager

An established, family-owned, multi-entity organization is seeking an experienced Controller for its corporate accounting team in Metairie. This is a broad, hands-on leadership role with responsibility for the accounting operations of multiple affiliated entities.

• Leading the monthly, quarterly, and annual close for multiple affiliated entities
• Preparing and reviewing financial statements, management reports, account reconciliations, and consolidated reporting
• Managing intercompany transactions and overseeing cash management
• Supervising and developing accounting staff
• Overseeing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activities
• Managing the outsourced payroll process and related accounting
• Administering employee benefits and coordinating annual open enrollment
• Handling light HR administration, including onboarding, employee records, policies, and compliance
• Preparing annual 1099 reporting and coordinating insurance audits
• Serving as the primary liaison with the company’s outside tax advisors
• Taking ownership of budgeting and preparing quarterly Board reporting for the CFO’s review
• Strengthening internal controls and improving accounting processes and workflows
• Supporting financial analysis and special projects for senior management

• A bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• At least seven years of progressive accounting experience
• Prior experience as a Controller or in a similar accounting leadership role is very helpful