Controller - Succession to CFO

Controller – Path to CFO
Location: Sanford, FL (Onsite)
Compensation: $100,000 – $125,000

About the Opportunity
A privately owned, growing organization with two related companies is looking for a Controller who will step into a long-term leadership role, ultimately transitioning into the CFO position. This position is a strong fit for someone who wants hands-on responsibility today with the ability to move into overseeing all finance functions for both entities.

The office has a collaborative, relaxed environment with an emphasis on culture and employee engagement. The company hosts regular activities and operates with a family-oriented approach. The CEO values people and is committed to building a strong leadership team. If you are looking for a role where you can advance internally and take on more responsibility over time, this is an excellent opportunity.

Key Responsibilities
In this position, you will lead day-to-day accounting functions while preparing to step into the CFO role. Duties include:

• Oversight of accounting operations, reporting, budgeting, and cash management

• Managing tax filings, insurance, banking, and external relationships

• Supporting month-end and year-end close and assisting with audit processes

• Supervising and building the accounting team (starting with 1 direct report, expanding over time)

• Working closely with the CEO on planning and strategy

• Improving processes, internal controls, and reporting

• Helping connect and streamline financial activities across both companies

• Serving as a financial resource to leadership, operations, and vendor partners

This role reports to the CEO and evolves into oversight of the full finance department.

Qualifications

Required:

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

• CPA in Florida strongly preferred

• 5–10+ years of progressive accounting experience

• Background in public accounting (Big 4, regional, or local) is ideal

• Experience with tax, insurance, banking, and audits

• Hands-on leadership approach with ability to build processes

• Comfortable working in a small-company environment with visibility

• Central Florida based (Sanford preferred)

Preferred:

• Candidates established in the area

• Prior Controller or Accounting Manager experience

• Experience in a family-owned or founder-led organization

• Able to work onsite in a collaborative office setting

What Makes This a Strong Role

• Relaxed, upbeat office culture

• Frequent employee events and outings

• Direct access to and mentorship from the CEO

• Clear plan to move into the CFO role

• First-year bonus guaranteed

Benefits

• Company reimburses employees to select their preferred medical coverage

• 401(k) with 3% company contribution

• PTO and paid holidays

• Christmas bonuses

• Date-of-hire bonus for select employees

Ideal Fit
Someone who:

• Is ready to move toward a CFO role

• Is at the right stage of their career to grow

• Enjoys an energetic environment

• Wants a long-term position with leadership opportunity

MaxSalary: USD125000
MinSalary: USD100000