Controller

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations and provide strong financial oversight for a growing organization in Sarasota, Florida. This position will guide financial reporting, cash management, compliance, and internal controls while partnering with leadership on business performance and strategic decisions.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee payroll processing, reconciliations, and related reporting.
• Manage month-end and year-end close, including journal entries, account reconciliations, intercompany accounting, and financial statements.
• Prepare monthly financial reporting, cash flow updates, and performance analysis for leadership.
• Establish and maintain accounting policies, internal controls, and documented procedures.
• Manage cash flow forecasting, banking relationships, AP/AR oversight, and working capital.
• Lead accounting systems improvements, automation initiatives, and process optimization.
• Supervise and develop accounting staff
• Serve as a strategic financial partner to the CEO.

This is a permanent position. If you are interested, please reach out to Zoe Slater.

• Proven experience in a Controller or senior accounting leadership role within a multi-entity environment.

• Ability to create and enforce accounting policies, internal controls, and clearly documented operating procedures.

• Demonstrated success leading process improvements, financial system enhancements, and workflow automation initiatives.

• Effective leadership skills with experience training and supervising accounting support staff and partnering with external advisors.

• High attention to detail, sound analytical ability, and strong communication skills for presenting financial insights to leadership.