Corporate Controller
Listed on 2026-10-02
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Accounting
Financial Reporting, Financial Compliance, Financial Controller, Accounting & Finance
$100000 - $120000 per year | Rochester, NY | On-site | Permanent
Controller | Lead Accounting & Drive Financial StrategyA bit about us:
A well-established and growing service-based company is seeking a Controller to join its leadership team. The organization is focused on continued growth, operational excellence, and delivering exceptional service to its customers.
Why join us:- High-impact Controller role with visibility to senior leadership
- Opportunity to help shape and strengthen the accounting function
- Strategic and hands-on role with broad ownership across accounting and financial planning
- Leadership opportunity to develop and support an accounting team
- Ability to drive process improvements and leverage technology, automation, and AI
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a growing organization
We are seeking a highly-motivated and experienced Corporate Controller to join our dynamic Accounting and Finance team. This is a position that offers an exciting opportunity to manage and oversee all aspects of our company's financial operations. If you are a seasoned professional with a proven track record in financial management and a passion for driving financial performance, this role is for you.
Responsibilities:- 1. Oversee all accounting operations including Billing, A/R, A/P, GL, Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting, and Revenue Recognition.
- 2. Coordinate and direct the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts, and report variances.
- 3. Prepare and publish timely monthly financial statements.
- 4. Coordinate the preparation of regulatory reporting.
- 5. Research technical accounting issues for compliance.
- 6. Support month-end and year-end close process.
- 7. Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting.
- 8. Manage and comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.
- 9. Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
- 10. Liaise with our Finance department and professionals on financial issues and best practices.
- 11. Use Sage Intacct to improve systems and produce accurate financial reports.
- 12. Be tech-savvy and proficient in MS Excel to manage and analyze financial data.
- 1. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. A Master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CPA) is a plus.
- 2. A minimum of 5 years of experience in the finance industry, with a deep understanding of accounting principles and procedures.
- 3. Proven working experience as a Financial Controller.
- 4. Experience with creating financial statements, general ledger functions, and the month-end/year-end close process.
- 5. Excellent accounting software user and administration skills - experience with Sage Intacct is a must.
- 6. Advanced knowledge of MS Excel.
- 7. Strong attention to detail and confidentiality.
- 8. Demonstrated leadership skills with a commitment to developing team members.
- 9. Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- 10. Proven knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting best practices, laws, standards, and state/national regulations.
- 11. Pays strict attention to detail, demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness, and monitors own work to ensure quality.
- 12. A proactive problem solver who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.
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