What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controller position at Central Payments?
Are you ready to take your accounting leadership to the next level in a fast-growing fintech company—with a team that works hard and has fun doing it? Join Central Payments, where your expertise will help support a growing, complex organization while working alongside a collaborative and forward-thinking team.
What You’ll Do:
- Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements in accordance with GAAP
- Prepare and review internal and external financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and supporting schedules
- Coordinate and manage annual audits, tax filings, and other external reporting requirements; serve as the primary liaison with external auditors and advisors
- Lead and oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, fixed assets, and revenue recognition
- Ensure accurate recording of transactions and proper reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts
- Establish, document, and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and controls
- Design, implement, and monitor internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, and company policies
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal reporting requirements and tax regulations
- Continuously assess and improve accounting processes to support scalability and efficiency
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growth
- Set clear expectations, goals, and performance metrics for the accounting team
- Partner cross-functionally with FP&A, Treasury, Legal, HR, and Operations
- Oversee accounting systems and financial infrastructure; evaluate and implement process improvements and automation initiatives
- Support system implementations or upgrades, ensuring data integrity and appropriate controls
- Provide technical accounting guidance on complex transactions, new initiatives, and business changes
Why You Should Join Us:
- Be part of a growing organization where your leadership directly impacts financial strategy and business success
- Work closely with executive leadership and cross-functional teams in a highly collaborative environment
- Help shape and scale accounting processes in a dynamic, evolving company
What You Bring:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to balance hands-on execution with strategic oversight
- High integrity, sound judgment, and ability to manage confidential information
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, evolving business environment
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from an accredited four-year institution
- Minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible accounting experience in a corporate environment
- Demonstrated experience leading accounting teams and managing full-cycle accounting operations
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls
- Proven ability to operate effectively in a mid-to-large, growing organization
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred
- Experience supporting audits, complex entities, and multi-entity or multi-state environments preferred
- Experience with modern ERP systems and accounting automation tools; NetSuite experience a plus
What We Offer:
- A hybrid work environment with flexibility
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- A supportive team culture where your voice is heard