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Controller

CFS

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • Today
  • $155,000–$180,000 Per Year

Highlights

Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, this position will oversee financial reporting, month-end close, internal controls, treasury functions, budgeting, forecasting, and audit coordination. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on accounting leader with strong technical expertise, a continuous improvement mindset, and experience supporting complex operational environments.
CFS

Numbers & Facts

LocationPittsburgh, PA
IndustryFinancial Services
Salary$155,000–$180,000 Per Year
Company Size500 to 999 employees
Year Founded1994
Websitehttp://www.cfstaffing.com/

Description

CONTROLLER
Robinson, PA
$155,000- $180,000


A well-established industrial organization is seeking an experienced Controller to join its finance leadership team. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, this position will oversee financial reporting, month-end close, internal controls, treasury functions, budgeting, forecasting, and audit coordination. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on accounting leader with strong technical expertise, a continuous improvement mindset, and experience supporting complex operational environments.

OVERVIEW OF THE CONTROLLER ROLE:



  • Lead and manage the monthly financial close process, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.

  • Review account reconciliations and investigate variances or discrepancies.

  • Oversee inventory accounting processes, including valuation, controls, and reporting.

  • Prepare and distribute monthly financial statements and management reports.

  • Analyze financial performance and provide insights to executive leadership.

  • Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures.

  • Oversee cash management activities, bank reconciliations, and payment processing controls.

  • Support treasury operations, including ACH and wire transfer approvals.

  • Participate in fraud prevention initiatives and secure payment practices.

  • Review and approve various tax filings, including sales and use tax, property tax, and other business-related filings.

  • Supervise accounting and administrative staff while promoting professional development and accountability.

  • Support ERP and accounting system enhancements, reporting improvements, and process automation initiatives.

  • Coordinate annual financial statement audits and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors.

  • Prepare and review audit schedules, supporting documentation, and workpapers.

  • Manage year-end reporting requirements and assist with tax provision activities.

  • Coordinate with external tax advisors to ensure timely and accurate filings.

  • Support annual physical inventory observations and related compliance activities.

  • Develop annual budgets and periodic forecasts for assigned business units.

  • Monitor actual performance against budget and forecast expectations.

  • Provide financial analysis and recommendations to operational leaders and senior management.

  • Present monthly financial results and key performance metrics to stakeholders.

  • Partner with business leaders to identify opportunities for operational and financial improvement.


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:



  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation required.

  • Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting and financial leadership experience.

  • Public accounting experience strongly preferred.

  • Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal control frameworks.

  • Experience with inventory accounting and manufacturing or industrial operations preferred.

  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including complex formulas, financial modeling, and data analysis.

  • Proficiency with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.

  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.

  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively across all levels of the organization.


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About Company

Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.

CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.

Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.

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