Branch Controller

Branch Controller

The Branch Controller is responsible for overseeing the branch's corporate financial operations with support from Accounting Shared Services, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting, budget management, internal controls, and regulatory compliance. As a member of the branch leadership team, this role works closely with branch operational leadership and works beside the Client Accounting Director to support business objectives, drive financial performance, and provide strategic financial guidance. The Branch Controller manages the annual operating budget alongside the Branch President and is accountable for maintaining sound financial practices across the branch.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee corporate branch accounting and financial reporting activities to include branch AP/AR activity.
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Manage the branch budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Monitor financial performance and provide recommendations to improve profitability and operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain effective internal controls and financial procedures.
• Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities.
• Analyze variances between budget and actual results and communicate findings to leadership.
• Partner with branch leadership to develop financial strategies and support business planning initiatives.
• Coordinate audits and respond to requests from internal and external auditors.
• Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and financial risk within the branch.
• Supervise accounting and administrative staff, providing leadership, coaching, and performance management.
• Other duties as requested.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field highly desired.
• CPA, CMA, or equivalent professional certification preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience.
• Previous experience in a Controller, Assistant Controller, or Senior Accounting Manager role preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls.
• Strong experience in General Ledger (GL) accounting, including journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close processes.
• Experience managing large-scale annual operating budgets in a multi-layered operational environment, preferably within a small to mid-sized company.
• Experience leading and supervising teams, including assigning work, monitoring performance, and providing feedback.
• Proficiency with accounting systems, enterprise management software, and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.