Controller

We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead core accounting operations for a detail-oriented services organization in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This position plays a central role in maintaining financial accuracy, strengthening internal controls, and supporting business planning through timely reporting and budgeting. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership capability, sound judgment, and a hands-on approach to billing, payables, tax coordination, and team development.Responsibilities:• Direct day-to-day accounting activities, including the general ledger, chart of accounts, fixed assets, reconciliations, and oversight of client trust balances.• Establish, monitor, and refine internal control practices to support accurate vendor payments, payroll activity, client invoicing, and trust account management.• Contribute to the annual budget process and ongoing forecasting efforts, while preparing monthly, quarterly, and yearly financial reporting for leadership review.• Communicate and reinforce finance policies, procedures, and operational standards across the department and broader organization.• Coordinate income tax support activities by preparing documentation and working with external tax advisors to help ensure timely filings.• Oversee the client billing function, including processes, controls, and financial system usage related to invoicing operations.• Manage accounts payable operations, including payment workflows, electronic funds transfers, wire activity, and related disbursement controls.• Recommend and update policies governing employee expense reimbursements and vendor payment procedures, and serve as an authorized check signer.• Lead finance team staffing efforts by evaluating resource needs, recruiting talent, guiding employee performance, and supporting ongoing training and succession planning.• Improve departmental efficiency by identifying opportunities to streamline procedures, automate routine tasks, and maintain reliable coverage for key finance roles.