Corporate Controller

Job Summary

The Corporate Controller is a senior financial leader responsible for overseeing all accounting operations and ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of the company’s financial reporting. This role provides strategic and operational leadership for accounting functions in a service industry environment, including revenue recognition, labor and project costing, month-end close, compliance, and internal controls.

The Controller reports to and partners closely with the COO and executive leadership to support growth, scalability, and data-driven decision-making while maintaining strong financial governance.

The ideal candidate will have additional experience with Human Resources and related regulatory compliance. Candidate will oversee administration, accounting and human resources.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Strategy

• Serve as a key member of the finance leadership team, advising the COO and CEO on accounting policy, financial risks, and operational impacts
• Translate business strategy into scalable accounting processes that support growth and profitability
• Lead accounting integration efforts related to net new and organic growth, geographical expansion, new service offerings, or system implementations

Accounting Operations

• Oversee all core accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, fixed assets, and intercompany accounting
• Direct the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Ensure proper accounting for service-based revenue streams, including contract-based billing, percentage-of-completion, time-and-materials, or subscription services as applicable
• Ensure all local, state, and federal tax and regulatory requirements are completed within required timeframes

Financial Reporting

• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and other applicable accounting standards
• Prepare and review internal and external financial statements, management reports, and variance analyses
• Support board reporting, lender reporting, and executive dashboards

Revenue Recognition & Cost Accounting

• Oversee revenue recognition policies in accordance with ASC 606
• Ensure accurate tracking and reporting of labor costs, project margins, utilization, and service delivery expenses
• Partner with operations and FP&A to improve visibility into service profitability and cost drivers

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Design, implement, and maintain strong internal controls over financial reporting
• Ensure compliance with tax, regulatory, and statutory requirements
• Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies

Human Resources

· Oversee critical Human Resource functions through management of Human Resources Manager

· Experience in ACA, EEOC, WC and Unemployment claims a plus

Systems & Process Improvement

• Lead accounting systems strategy, including ERP optimization and automation initiatives
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve close efficiency, and enhance data accuracy
• Support finance transformation initiatives as the company scales

People Leadership

• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing accounting team
• Establish clear roles, performance expectations, and succession plans
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration

Qualifications

Education & Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required)
• Strong references a plus

Experience

• 10 years of progressive accounting experience, including senior leadership roles
• Prior experience in a service-based industry
• Prior experience working for S-CORP preferred
• Demonstrated experience managing complex revenue recognition and labor-based cost structures
• Experience working in a growing, mid-sized or enterprise organization

Skills & Competencies

• Expert knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements
• Strong leadership and team development capabilities
• Ability to partner cross-functionally with operations, FP&A, HR, and executive leadership
• High level of integrity, judgment, and attention to detail
• Advanced proficiency with ERP systems and financial reporting tools
• Must be advanced with Microsoft Excel
• Experience with Sage Acumen is a plus

Key Success Metrics

• Timely and accurate financial closes
• Audit outcomes with minimal adjustments
• Improved visibility into operating margins and profitability
• Scalable, efficient accounting processes
• Strong employee engagement and team retention
• Must bring a positive attitude

Pay: $125,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $125,000 - $135,000