Controller

KBW has teamed up with a private equity-backed organization with a national footprint with multiple locations. The company is experiencing strong organic growth and plans to open new locations annually. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on, motivated Controller to join a newly evolving finance organization and play a key role in strengthening accounting operations, systems, processes, and controls. Key Responsibilities Oversee day-to-day accounting operations and financial reporting. Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes. Strengthen accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls. Drive process and systems improvements, including continued optimization of NetSuite. Oversee lease accounting across a large multi-location organization. Support revenue recognition and contract accounting. Coordinate and support external audits. Partner with FP&A and business leaders on financial reporting and analysis. Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, scalability, and accuracy as the company continues to grow. Provide leadership and mentorship to the accounting team. Qualifications 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including Controller or senior accounting leadership experience. Strong technical accounting and financial reporting background. Experience with process improvement, systems implementation, and internal controls. NetSuite experience strongly preferred. Lease accounting experience highly desirable. Revenue recognition / contract accounting experience is a plus. Experience supporting audits. Multi-location or multi-entity experience preferred. International experience is a plus. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred. Compensation: $185,000 - $210,000 plus bonus #J-18808-Ljbffr