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Corporate Controller

Stronghouse

Job Description

Job Description

About Stronghouse

Strong on the Inside & Out. We know nothing's more valuable than what takes place on the inside of a home, the family moments that strengthen bonds. The lived experiences that shape communities. We believe our customers' attention should be on nurturing and enjoying their interests and their families, not on roofs, siding, or windows. Our job is to make sure that it never changes. Stronghouse is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Corporate Controller to lead all accounting operations, ensure the integrity of financial reporting, and strengthen financial controls throughout the organization. Working closely with the CAO and CFO, this individual will drive audit management and lender / board reporting. This role will partner closely with leaders to deliver financial accuracy and timely reporting.

Role Description and Expectations

Financial Close & Consolidations

  • Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across multi-location structure
  • Oversee general ledgers, journal entries, and balance sheet reconciliations
  • Ensure compliance with US GAAP and monitor / implement enhanced internal controls.

Audit & Tax Management

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors, managing annual financial statement audits
  • Serve as the primary liaison between the company and outside tax consultants.

M&A & Integration Support

  • Assist with financial due diligence, purchase accounting, and the post-close
  • Integration of add-on any acquisition

Systems & Process Improvement

  • Oversee and administer accounting software tool Floqast
  • Lead Acumatica (ERP) maintenance for Trial Balance and Financial Reporting
  • Support automation initiatives and scaling accounting policies.

Team Leadership

  • Develop team capabilities through coaching, training, and ongoing feedback

Qualifications   

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field, CPA preferred
  • 8-10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including financial reporting leadership
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, general ledger accounting, ERP Systems (e.g., Acumatica, NetSuite, Dynamics, etc.) internal controls
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • High resilience, adaptability in unstructured/evolving environments, strong communication skills for leadership interaction, and a hands-on "roll-up-your- sleeves" attitude
  • Intermediate / Advanced Excel skills
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