A growing and stable organization is seeking a hands-on Financial Controller to lead core accounting operations with a strong focus on payroll, billing, accounts receivable, collections, and credit management.
This is a highly visible role in which you will partner directly with leadership, drive cash-flow performance, and ensure financial accuracy across the business. Ideal for someone who enjoys both strategic oversight and rolling up their sleeves operationally.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting & Financial Oversight
Oversee daily accounting operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance
Manage month-end and year-end close processes
3-4 Direct reports
Prepare and review financial statements and reporting packages
Maintain internal controls and financial procedures
Payroll Management
Oversee full-cycle payroll processing (multi-state preferred)
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations
Manage payroll audits, reporting, and benefit deductions
Billing & Accounts Receivable
Lead invoicing and billing processes for accuracy and timeliness
Oversee AR aging and ensure consistent cash flow
Improve billing systems, processes, and efficiencies
Collections & Credit
Drive collections strategy to reduce DSO and improve cash flow
Manage customer credit evaluations, limits, and risk mitigation
Partner with sales and operations to resolve payment issues
Establish and enforce credit policies
Leadership & Collaboration
Partner with executive leadership on financial performance
Work cross-functionally with operations, sales, and HR
Identify process improvements and implement best practices
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
6+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience
Experience in payroll, AR, billing, collections, and credit required
Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
Experience with ERP/accounting systems (QuickBooks, NetSuite, etc.)
Advanced Excel skills
Preferred
CPA or CMA designation
Experience in [industry: manufacturing, staffing, logistics, etc.]
Experience managing or mentoring a team
High visibility with executive leadership
Opportunity to build and improve financial processes
Stable company with strong growth trajectory
Competitive compensation + bonus structure
Full benefits package (health, 401K, PTO, etc.)
Collaborative, team-oriented culture
Why This Role?
This is an opportunity for a true operator—someone who can own the financial backbone of the business while directly impacting cash flow, efficiency, and growth.
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