What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controller position at Accountants One?
Our client, a membership-based academic organization, is looking for a Controller to step into a broad, hands-on role reporting to the CEO.
This isn't a narrow accounting seat — it's a cross-functional leadership role within a small business environment spanning Finance, Accounting, HR, Payroll, and IT. You'll be hands-on across monthly close, budgeting, forecasting, payroll, banking/treasury, benefits administration, and vendor/compliance management, with the support of an Accounting Assistant.
This is a 4-day in-office, 1-day remote role based in Atlanta.
What you'll own:
- Full-cycle accounting & financial reporting (QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise)
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Treasury, banking, and payment platform oversight
- Payroll, benefits, and 401(k)/retirement plan administration
- HR administration (recruiting logistics, onboarding, performance reviews)
- Business compliance, insurance, and vendor/IT oversight — significant administrative scope alongside the finance function
What we're looking for:
- 10 years of progressive accounting/finance experience
- CPA preferred; Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance required
- Experience with QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise
- Strong financial modeling and analytical skills
- Comfort owning a broad, multi-functional scope with minimal oversight in a small business environment
- Membership-organization experience a plus
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Salary : $120,000 - $140,000