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Controller | $225k Bonus potential Excellent Benefits
Location: Tampa, FL | On-Site | Full-Time | Direct Hire
We’re seeking a Controller to lead a large, multi-location accounting team and drive transformation within a fast-paced, growth-oriented organization, including explore shared services/center of excellence creation. This role will oversee core operational accounting functions, implement GAAP-compliant policies, and spearhead process and technology improvements such as procure-to-pay and inventory systems. The ideal candidate is a strategic leader with strong technical accounting skills, exceptional communication abilities, and a proven track record of managing change and mentoring teams.
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
- Competitive compensation package (commensurate with experience)
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, PTO, holidays, and 401(k) matching
- Opportunity to lead transformation and modernization initiatives
- Collaborative, entrepreneurial environment with strong growth potential
What You’ll Do:
- Oversee full-cycle accounting for core operational functions: AP, AR, revenue, inventory, and payroll
- Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
- Build strong relationships with accounting and finance leaders to ensure timely, accurate financial statements
- Drive process transformation and technology implementations (procure-to-pay, inventory systems)
- Ensure proper reconciliations and analyses of general ledger accounts
- Design and maintain internal controls to manage financial risk
- Lead a geographically diverse team and mentor for growth and development
- Collaborate across corporate and regional teams for efficient reporting
- Coordinate with external auditors for successful audit and tax engagements
- Champion continuous improvement and automation initiatives
What You Bring:
- 12 years of accounting experience, with both public and private backgrounds strongly preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; Master’s degree a plus
- CPA license preferred; strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP required
- Strong experience within a Shared Services / Center of Excellence environment
- Proven experience leading multi-location accounting teams
- Track record of driving process transformation and technology implementations
- Experience with Sage Intacct and system implementations a plus
- Strong communication and presentation skills, including ability to engage senior leadership
- Strategic problem-solving, project management, and team-building skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
At Taylor White, we specialize in Accounting & Finance roles in Tampa Bay. Our deep industry knowledge and recruiting expertise mean we don’t just understand what you’re looking for—we know how to help you find it! Submit your resume today to be considered for this opportunity. For more information, please visit www.taylorwhite.com.
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