Controller

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Controller

*Candidates must be local to Greater St. Louis*

Position Overview: Our client is seeking a Controller to lead accounting operations and manage a team to deliver high-quality financial reporting and advisory services, primarily supporting a portfolio of clients in a service-based environment. This role acts as both a people leader and strategic partner, overseeing day-to-day accounting activities while providing insights that drive financial clarity and organizational impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of accounting professionals, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of financial services
• Oversee full-cycle accounting, including month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Review and analyze financial statements to assess performance and ensure accuracy and audit readiness
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis for clients
• Serve as a strategic advisor, presenting financial insights to leadership and key stakeholders
• Manage multiple client relationships, ensuring high service levels and long-term satisfaction
• Maintain and enhance accounting processes, internal controls, and reporting standards
• Support audit and tax processes, including coordination with external partners
• Monitor team performance, KPIs, and deadlines, and proactively address gaps
• Drive process improvements, scalability, and operational efficiency within the accounting function
• Participate in onboarding new clients and integrating accounting processes

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
• 3-5 years of full-cycle accounting or public accounting experience
• 2 years of team leadership or management experience preferred
• CPA preferred
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems
• Experience in client-facing, service-based, or nonprofit environments preferred
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment