Controller

Korn Ferry is partnering with our client on their search for a Controller.

Job Description:

The Controller will serve as a key member of the finance and accounting leadership team, working directly with senior leadership to drive strong accounting fundamentals while supporting the operational needs of a high-growth business.

This is a hands-on role requiring someone willing to wear multiple hats and take ownership across a broad scope of responsibilities beyond traditional accounting. The ideal candidate is a growth-oriented accounting professional with a strong technical foundation who is energized by the pace and opportunity of a smaller, entrepreneurial environment. This is excellent opportunity for someone looking to make a meaningful impact and grow within the company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, organize, and implement accounting processes and procedures to promote strong internal controls with continuous focus on process improvement.
• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger, including all sub-ledgers.
• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial close activities.
• Prepare and present US GAAP financial statements in an accurate and timely manner.
• Support project accounting activities, including tracking project costs, revenue recognition, and profitability analysis.
• Assist senior leadership with the annual budgeting and forecasting process.
• Monitor Accounts Receivable to ensure payments are accurate and timely; follow up on overdue accounts.
• Review and approve Accounts Payable vouchers and payment selections.
• Create and calculate KPIs for the leadership team as part of ongoing performance tracking.
• Champion the year-end audit by coordinating with the external CPA firm and providing requested information.
• Support the annual tax process by tracking estimated tax payments and coordinating with the external tax advisor.
• Proactively identify and implement process improvements and system enhancements to support business scalability.

Qualifications:

• An undergraduate degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA certification is strongly preferred
• 5 years of relevant experience required; Big Four public accounting background strongly preferred. Ideal candidates include those transitioning directly from a Big Four firm or stepping into their first Controller role (e.g., from an Accounting Senior Manager position).
• B2B or B2C services industry experience with exposure to project accounting is preferred, PE backed experience is strongly preferred
• Ability to operate effectively in a smaller, entrepreneurial company environment and handle broad responsibilities beyond technical accounting
• High adaptability, strong work ethic, and a growth mindset — comfort with ambiguity and willingness to roll up sleeves

Salary Range & Benefits Overview:

• $150,000 - $170,000 bonus
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k

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