Financial Controller

The Controller is responsible for overseeing and managing all financial activities of the company, including accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting. This role ensures the company’s financial operations run efficiently, accurately, and in compliance with applicable laws and best practices. The Controller also provides strategic financial insights to support business growth and decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

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• Lead and oversee all day-to-day accounting operations, including AP, AR, payroll, general ledger, and bank reconciliations.
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• Develop and maintain financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure accuracy of financial data.
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• Prepare timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
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• Manage cash flow, monitor working capital, and recommend actions to optimize liquidity and profitability.
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• Develop, manage, and monitor annual budgets and forecasts; track actual performance against budget and report variances.
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• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax and regulatory requirements.
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• Coordinate with external auditors, tax preparers, banks, and other stakeholders.
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• Analyze financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable recommendations to leadership.
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• Support strategic planning and assist with financial modeling and business cases for new initiatives.
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• Oversee and mentor any accounting/finance team members as the department grows.

Qualifications:

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• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA or MBA preferred.
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• Minimum 5–7 years of progressive experience in accounting or finance, with at least 2 years in a leadership or controller role.
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• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
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• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, Sage) and Microsoft Excel.
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• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
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• Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
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• High attention to detail, integrity, and discretion with sensitive information.

Work Environment:

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• Primarily office-based, with standard business hours.
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• Occasional extended hours may be required during reporting periods or special projects.