Controller

Salary: $135,000 - $150,000

Bonus Opportunity: Eligible for an annual performance bonus of up to 20% of base salary

Executive Leadership Opportunity

We are working with a client who is seeking a hands-on Controller to serve as the organization's senior financial leader. Reporting directly to the President/Executive Director and Vice President, this highly visible position is responsible for all aspects of the accounting and finance function while serving as a trusted advisor to executive leadership and the Board of Directors.

This is an ideal opportunity for a seasoned accounting professional who enjoys both strategic leadership and day-to-day financial management. The successful candidate will have the experience and confidence to independently manage the complete accounting cycle, oversee the annual audit, produce accurate financial statements, and ensure the organization's financial integrity.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Accounting

• Lead all accounting operations, including:
• General Ledger
• Accounts Payable
• Accounts Receivable
• Payroll
• Cash Management
• Fixed Assets and Depreciation
• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Produce financial reports, including Profit & Loss Statements, Balance Sheets, Cash Flow Statements, and supporting schedules.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and all applicable financial regulations.

Audit & Financial Reporting

• Independently manage the organization's entire annual audit process from planning through completion.
• Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors.
• Prepare all audit schedules, supporting documentation, reconciliations, and required financial reports.
• Ensure financial records are audit-ready throughout the year.
• Resolve audit findings and implement recommendations as appropriate.
• Produce timely, accurate financial statements and supporting documentation for executive leadership, auditors, and the Board of Directors.

Budgeting, Treasury & Financial Planning

• Lead the annual operating and capital budgeting process.
• Manage cash flow, forecasting, treasury functions, and banking relationships.
• Provide financial analysis and strategic recommendations to executive leadership.
• Monitor organizational performance against budget and financial goals.

Tax, Compliance & Risk Management

• Oversee all tax filings and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Manage contracts and procurement from a financial perspective.
• Minimize financial and operational risk through sound internal controls and financial oversight.
• Coordinate financial matters with key business partners and outside agencies.

Leadership

• Partner with executive leadership on financial strategy and capital planning.
• Present financial reports and recommendations to executive leadership and the Board of Directors.
• Support executive compensation, employee benefits administration, and HR-related financial matters.
• Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• CPA strongly preferred.
• 10 years of progressive accounting and financial leadership experience.
• Proven ability to independently manage the entire accounting cycle and annual audit process.
• Experience preparing complete financial statements, including:
• Profit & Loss Statements
• Balance Sheets
• Cash Flow Statements
• Strong experience with:
• General Ledger
• Financial Reporting
• Budgeting
• Treasury Management
• Internal Controls
• Fixed Asset Accounting and Depreciation
• Tax Compliance
• Experience presenting financial information to executive leadership and/or a Board of Directors.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and financial systems experience.

Preferred

• Experience within transportation, railroad, maritime, logistics, industrial manufacturing, distribution, energy, or other asset-intensive industries.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while partnering closely with executive leadership.
• Strong business acumen, executive presence, and exceptional communication skills.

Email resumes to Linda Fields at linda.fields@openwork.com