What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controller position at Segrera Associates?
Job Title: Controller
Overview
The Controller is responsible for overseeing the organization’s accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance with applicable regulations. This role plays a key part in streamlining financial processes, improving efficiency, and proactively identifying opportunities to enhance financial performance and decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Management & Reporting
- Oversee all accounting operations including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, fixed assets, and month-end close
- Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
- Manage budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
- Prepare financial reports and insights for leadership to support business decisions
Process Improvement & Optimization
- Evaluate existing accounting and finance processes and identify opportunities to streamline, automate, and improve efficiency
- Implement best practices, controls, and scalable processes as the organization grows
- Partner with leadership to propose new ideas, tools, and workflows to improve financial visibility and accuracy
Controls, Compliance & Risk Management
- Maintain and enhance internal controls to safeguard company assets
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and relevant regulatory requirements
- Coordinate audits and act as the primary point of contact with external auditors and tax advisors
Leadership & Collaboration
- Manage, mentor, and develop accounting staff (if applicable)
- Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, HR, and leadership teams
- Serve as a trusted financial partner, translating complex financial data into clear insights
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred but not required)
- Proven experience in accounting or finance, ideally in a Controller or senior accounting role
- Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting
- Experience improving or redesigning accounting processes
- Proficiency with accounting systems and Excel; ERP experience a plus