Controller, Accounting, Financial Compliance

Controller

Confidential Opportunity | Professional Services Firm

A growing, employee-oriented professional services organization is seeking a Controller to serve as a key member of the leadership team. This individual will oversee all aspects of accounting, financial reporting, and internal controls, while partnering closely with leadership to drive business performance.

This is a highly visible role responsible for both hands-on accounting leadership and strategic financial support within a project-based environment.

Financial Management & Reporting

• Lead the full-cycle accounting function, including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, and fixed assets
• Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes in accordance with GAAP
• Prepare accurate financial statements and deliver timely reporting to leadership
• Develop dashboards and reporting around key metrics such as margin, utilization, and cash flow
• Provide regular reporting packages to executive leadership and operational stakeholders

Project Accounting & Operational Support

• Oversee project setup, revenue recognition, WIP, and job cost reporting
• Partner with project leaders to analyze profitability, backlog, and billing performance
• Monitor key performance indicators (DSO, utilization, margins, write-ups/downs)
• Support continuous improvement in project financial processes and systems

Billing & Cash Flow

• Oversee client invoicing and ensure alignment with contract terms
• Manage AR collections and maintain strong cash flow forecasting
• Partner with leadership on pricing and financial assumptions for new work

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Maintain strong internal controls and support audit readiness
• Lead external audits, tax filings, and compliance activities
• Ensure adherence to applicable regulatory requirements

Budgeting & Strategic Planning

• Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes
• Support long-range planning, scenario modeling, and performance analysis
• Provide insights to leadership to support decision-making and growth initiatives

Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team
• Partner cross-functionally with operations to improve financial outcomes
• Promote a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement