Controller(CPA or CPA eligible) - marketing agency

Controller

This role is ideal for a hands-on financial leader with strong operational accounting expertise and experience supporting fast-paced, project-based businesses. As Controller, you will oversee all accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, cash flow management, and compliance functions while partnering closely with executive leadership to support strategic business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong GAAP knowledge, leadership ability, and experience building scalable financial processes within a marketing agency, professional services firm, or similar entrepreneurial environment.

What You'll Do:

• Oversee all accounting operations including GL, AP, AR, payroll, and month-end/year-end close.
• Prepare accurate financial statements, forecasts, budgets, and variance analysis reports.
• Monitor profitability by client, project, and department to support business strategy.
• Manage cash flow forecasting, banking relationships, and working capital planning.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and internal control standards.
• Improve financial systems, reporting tools, and operational processes for scalability and efficiency.
• Supervise accounting staff and collaborate cross-functionally with leadership teams.
• Coordinate with external CPA firms, auditors, insurance providers, and regulatory agencies.

Experience You'll Need:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience.
• Minimum 3 years in a Controller or senior accounting leadership role.
• Strong experience in marketing agencies, professional services, or project-based businesses preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, and cash flow management.
• Experience with accounting platforms such as QuickBooks, NetSuite, or Sage Intacct.
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.
• CPA preferred but not required.