Controller

THE TEAM YOU WILL BE JOINING:Established organization with a strong foundation and continued focus on operational excellenceCollaborative leadership team committed to financial integrity, accountability, and continuous improvementOpportunity to lead and develop an experienced, multifaceted accounting teamBusiness environment that values strategic thinking, hands-on leadership, and cross-functional collaborationWHAT THEY OFFER YOU:High-visibility leadership opportunity with direct exposure to executive leadershipAbility to influence accounting strategy, financial operations, and organizational efficiencyOpportunity to mentor and develop accounting professionals while strengthening team capabilitiesMeaningful involvement in financial transformation, process improvement, and technology initiativesCollaborative environment that encourages ownership, accountability, and professional growthWHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance across key financial functionsLead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, financial reporting, and account reconciliationsProvide technical accounting leadership, including revenue recognition, lease accounting, and applicable accounting standardsDevelop, implement, and maintain effective internal controls, accounting policies, and financial proceduresPartner with executive leadership to provide financial insights, support strategic initiatives, and improve business performanceIdentify opportunities to streamline accounting workflows, enhance reporting capabilities, and leverage automationOversee financial compliance activities, external audits, and related reporting requirementsSupport treasury activities, cash management, and working capital initiativesLead, coach, and develop accounting professionals while fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvementWHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:Bachelor's degree in Accounting required; CPA or advanced degree preferred but not required10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including significant leadership responsibilitiesStrong technical accounting foundation with experience in revenue recognition, lease accounting, financial reporting, and internal controlsDemonstrated success leading accounting teams and managing complex financial operationsExperience overseeing monthly close, financial reporting, external audits, and treasury-related activitiesProven ability to evaluate, redesign, and improve accounting processes and operational efficienciesExperience leveraging financial systems and technology to improve reporting accuracy and streamline workflowsPublic accounting experience is a plus, ideally complemented by corporate accounting leadership experienceStrong analytical capabilities, executive communication skills, and the ability to build relationships across business functionsHands-on leadership style with a continuous improvement mindset and a passion for developing talentAbility to drive accountability, manage competing priorities, and support evolving business needsLOCATION: Charlotte, NC | Onsite, 5 days per weekReference: 70751