Controller

Accentuate Staffing is seeking an experienced and hands on Controller for our well-established client in the Raleigh-Durham, NC area.  The Controller will lead accounting, financial reporting, payroll, benefits administration, compliance, and financial planning for the organization. This role is a key member of the management team and partners closely with sales, operations, warehouse, fleet, and suppliers to drive financial performance and ensure regulatory compliance.  

Oversee all accounting functions, including GL, AP, AR, payroll, fixed assets, cash management, and financial reporting.
Lead monthly and year-end close and prepare accurate financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
Analyze financial performance, budgets, cash flow, and KPIs and present results to senior leadership and ownership.
Manage inventory accounting, supplier programs, rebates, bill-backs, depletion allowances, and marketing funds.
Oversee excise tax, sales tax, payroll tax, property tax, audits, and regulatory compliance.
Supervise payroll and support employee benefits, renewals, compensation administration, and HR-related processes.
Lead credit and collections, customer aging, credit limits, and risk management.
Partner with operations to analyze warehouse, fleet, delivery, fuel, and equipment costs and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Lead and develop accounting, payroll, and administrative staff.
Maintain and improve ERP, accounting, payroll, reporting, and business intelligence systems.
Develop financial dashboards and KPIs and drive process improvements and internal controls.
Hands-on, business-minded leader who can balance strategic financial oversight with day-to-day operations