Controller

What This Role Offers:

An opportunity to play a critical leadership role in shaping financial operations, improving systems and processes, and supporting strategic growth initiatives within a dynamic, growth-oriented environment. We are a thriving industry leader with locations throughout the southeast that is growing rapidly.

Job Description:

Financial Controller - Reports to CFO

Job Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriente d Financial Controll er to oversee all aspects of the organization’s financial operations. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance with GAAP, IFRS, and SOX standards . The ideal candidate will bring a strong technical accounting foundation, hands-on leadership experience, and exposure to private equity-backed or multi-entity organization s. This individual will play a key role in financial planning, reporting, systems optimization, and strategic decision support, including potential integration, M&A, and ERP implementation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all core accounting functions including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance. Prepare and present financial statements including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports.
• Manage cash flow forecasting and working capital optimization.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls in accordance with GAAP, IFRS, and SOX requirements.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to guide business decision-making.
• Coordinate with external auditors and support audit and compliance requirements.
• Drive or support ERP system enhancements, implementations, or process improvements.
• Participate in M&A activity, including due diligence and post-acquisition integration (if applicable).
• Ensure accurate account reconciliations and financial analysis across all entities.
• Stay current on regulatory changes impacting accounting and reporting standards.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills:

• CPA preferred.
• Experience in private equity-backed or multi-location organizations strongly preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems such as Sage Intacct, QuickBooks, or similar platforms.
• Exposure to Power BI or other financial reporting/analytics tools preferred.
• Strong technical accounting expertise (GL, reconciliations, debits/credits, financial reporting).
• Demonstrated experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Experience with system implementations or process improvement initiatives strongly preferred.
• M&A or integration experience highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, IFRS, and SOX compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication skills with ability to present financial information to leadership.