Position Summary
The Controller will own the full accounting and finance function for the local operating company and serve as the senior financial leader on-site. This person will be expected to bring strong technical accounting capability, but just as importantly, they must act as a business partner who can communicate effectively with non-finance stakeholders, navigate big personalities without becoming reactive, and help drive organizational maturity after a recent acquisition.
The position requires someone who can move comfortably between hands-on accounting leadership and broader operational partnership. The right individual will know how to tighten process, introduce stronger accounting discipline, guide system and reporting improvements, and influence stakeholders in a practical, non-theoretical way.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the full accounting function, including general ledger, close, reporting, controls, and overall financial integrity
Help transition the business into a more scalable accounting environment, including stronger accrual-based discipline and more robust GAAP alignment
Build and improve processes, controls, and infrastructure appropriate for a growing organization
Partner with local leadership on budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and business decision support
Serve as the finance point person during the transition to Sage, with implementation support expected from a third-party implementation partner
Assess, stabilize, and strengthen the existing accounting structure while ensuring the team can support future growth
Lead, coach, and develop the accounting staff
Communicate effectively with both finance and non-finance stakeholders, including individuals in highly operational, fast-paced settings
Provide calm, solutions-oriented leadership in moments of pressure, conflict, or urgency
Act as a trusted advisor who can push back appropriately, challenge when needed, and still build strong relationships across the organization
Required Background
Bachelor's degree in Accounting
Approximately 10-12 years of progressive accounting experience
At least 2-3+ years of direct people leadership experience
Strong technical accounting foundation
Inventory experience required
Demonstrated career progression and upward movement over time
Experience building or improving accounting processes, controls, or infrastructure
Ability to thrive in an onsite, highly relational operating environment
Pay Details: $190,000.00 to $210,000.00 per year
Search managed by: Curtis Wilson
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Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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