Operations Controller

This role will oversee the month-end close process, financial reporting, team leadership, and process improvement initiatives while partnering with leadership to support strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting professional with strong technical expertise, proven leadership experience, and a continuous improvement mindset.

Operations Controller
$120,000 - $140,000
Full-Time | Onsite

This role will oversee the month-end close process, financial reporting, team leadership, and process improvement initiatives while partnering with leadership to support strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting professional with strong technical expertise, proven leadership experience, and a continuous improvement mindset. Our client is a well-established hospitality and management organization with operations spanning multiple states. With a strong focus on operational excellence, growth, and employee development, the company continues to expand while maintaining a collaborative and team-oriented culture. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact within a dynamic, multi-entity environment.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Month-End Close

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• Lead and manage the monthly and annual close processes.
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• Prepare accurate and timely internal and external financial statements.
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• Perform financial analysis and reporting to support operational and executive decision-making.
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• Oversee period-end close activities across multiple operating entities.
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• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.
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Team Leadership & Development

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• Supervise, mentor, and develop the accounting team, including the Accounts Payable Supervisor.
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• Establish performance expectations and support professional growth.
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• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and high-performing team environment.
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• Review work product for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to deadlines.
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Projects & Process Improvement

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• Lead special projects stemming from month-end findings, process improvements, and accounting clean-up initiatives.
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• Collaborate cross-functionally with departments throughout the organization.
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• Develop, document, and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and business processes.
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• Strengthen internal controls and identify opportunities for increased efficiency and accuracy.
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Qualifications

Required

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• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
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• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience.
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• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and accounts payable processes.
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• Prior supervisory or management experience.
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• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
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• Experience with ERP and automated accounting systems beyond QuickBooks.
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Preferred

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• CPA and/or MBA.
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• Public accounting experience (4+ years) and/or private industry accounting experience (6+ years).
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• Experience working within multi-entity organizations.
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