Controller

Job Description

Job Description

Controller

Department: Finance / Accounting

Reports To: Vice President

Location: Rosedale, MD

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: $85,000 to $120,000 Depending on experience

Company Overview:

Diversified Safety Services LLC is a growing third-party occupational safety and health consulting firm founded in 2008. We help organizations of all sizes build strong safety cultures through expert consulting, training, full-time safety officers, audits, bridge inspections, OSHA defense, and safety supplies. With a team of over 100 professionals operating nationwide, we are committed to quality service, compliance excellence, and protecting people on jobsites while supporting client profitability.

Position Summary:

The Controller is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing all financial operations, accounting processes, and financial reporting for the company. This hands-on position ensures the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial data in a dynamic, service-based organization with project-based revenue, multiple locations, and variable workforce demands. The Controller will partner with executive leadership to support strategic decision-making, maintain strong internal controls, manage cash flow, and ensure regulatory compliance in a growing consulting/services environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger maintenance, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, job costing, and revenue recognition for consulting and training services.
• Prepare timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, reports, and analyses (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow).
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes; analyze variances and provide actionable insights to leadership on profitability by project, client, or service line.
• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including reconciliations, accruals, and adjustments.
• Coordinate and support external audits, tax filings, and compliance with GAAP, IRS regulations, and any industry-specific requirements.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls, policies, and procedures to safeguard company assets and mitigate financial risks.
• Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and working capital; optimize billing and collections for service contracts and safety supply sales.
• Oversee payroll processing for a multi-state workforce, including field-based safety consultants and officers.
• Provide financial support for business development, pricing strategies, and operational decisions (e.g., project profitability analysis).
• Collaborate with HR, operations, and sales teams on financial matters.
• Ensure compliance with multi-state tax, sales tax, and workers’ compensation requirements common in the construction/safety services industry.
• Implement process improvements, automation, and system enhancements (e.g., accounting software, ERP tools) to scale with company growth.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA, CMA, or MBA strongly preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3–5 years in a Controller or senior accounting role; experience in professional services, consulting, or construction/safety industries is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, and cost accounting (especially job/project costing).
• Proven experience with multi-entity or multi-state operations, payroll, and service-based revenue models.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or similar); advanced Excel skills required.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills; ability to translate financial data into strategic insights for non-finance leaders.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
• High integrity and commitment to ethical financial practices.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in a services or consulting firm with variable project revenue and field-based employees.
• Familiarity with safety/compliance industry regulations or construction accounting.
• Knowledge of financial systems integration or ERP implementations.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off).
• Opportunity to play a pivotal role in a growing, mission-driven company focused on workplace safety.
• Collaborative environment with a focus on quality and employee development.

Diversified Safety Services LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.