Controller

Controller

Position Summary

The Controller will lead the financial operations for a multi-location, service-based business. This hands-on role is responsible for overseeing accounting, financial reporting, payroll oversight, budgeting, and internal controls while partnering closely with ownership and operational leaders. The Controller plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting operational decision-making, and ensuring compliance across all locations and revenue streams.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee full-cycle accounting and financial operations across multiple locations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements; manage general ledger, reconciliations, and close processes
• Supervise accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll oversight, and employee tax reporting
• Consolidate and analyze financial results by location and department, providing clear reporting and insights to leadership
• Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow analysis, and monitoring performance against budget
• Ensure accurate tracking of fixed assets, capital expenditures, and diverse revenue streams
• Maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including sales tax
• Partner with external accountants during year-end close and tax preparation
• Supervise and support the Office Manager while improving financial processes and workflows

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 5–8 years of progressive accounting or financial management experience
• Experience managing full-cycle accounting in a small to mid-sized business environment
• Prior experience supervising accounting or administrative staff preferred
• Multi-location or multi-entity accounting experience strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards
• Proficiency with accounting systems such as QuickBooks, Sage, or similar platforms
• Advanced Excel skills with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Demonstrated ability to improve accounting systems, internal controls, and financial processes
• Ability to translate financial data into actionable insights for ownership and operational leaders
• Comfortable working in a hands-on, fast-paced environment with multiple priorities