Controller

Controller – Corporate Accounting & Financial Operations About the Opportunity A growing, privately held consumer products organization is looking to add a Controller to lead its accounting function and play a key role in the company's continued growth. With approximately $11M in annual revenue , the organization manufactures and distributes personal care products throughout the U.S. and internationally. This is a newly created Controller position with broad ownership across financial reporting, month-end close, general ledger integrity, accounting policies, audits, and financial operations. The Controller will initially work closely with the current Controller, who is transitioning into another role within the organization, before ultimately reporting directly to the CEO . Why This Role Stands Out Newly created Controller position within a growing, privately held organization Opportunity to take ownership of the company's accounting and financial reporting function Broad responsibility across financial reporting, GL, month-end close, reconciliations, and GAAP Exposure to both domestic and international operations Lead and work closely with an established accounting team Opportunity to help strengthen and improve accounting policies, procedures, and processes Company has continued to grow and is actively expanding its workforce Strong emphasis on quality of work/life balance with no weekends Key Responsibilities Lead monthly and annual financial statement preparation across the company's divisions Oversee the general ledger, journal entries, accruals, prepaids, deferrals, and intercompany accounting Ensure financial reporting complies with U.S. GAAP and maintain strong accounting policies, procedures, and controls Provide monthly financial reporting and insights to senior management Month-End Close & Accounting Operations Lead the month-end and year-end close process , including account reconciliations and resolution of discrepancies Oversee day-to-day accounting activities and provide guidance to accounting staff Support accounting operations across both domestic and international entities Audit & Compliance Lead and coordinate external and internal audits , serving as a key point of contact for auditors Research accounting matters and provide supporting analysis and documentation Ensure compliance with applicable accounting policies and reporting requirements Leadership & Process Improvement Provide leadership and development for the accounting team Improve processes across GL, financial reporting, close, reconciliations, and internal controls Help build scalable accounting processes as the company continues to grow Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance 7+ years of progressive accounting experience Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting Hands-on experience with month-end close, GL, reconciliations, and financial statements Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills International accounting and intercompany experience is a plus Public accounting/audit experience is a plus This opportunity is well suited for an Accounting Manager, Assistant Controller, or current Controller who wants broad ownership of the accounting function, direct exposure to executive leadership, and the opportunity to help build the accounting infrastructure of a growing organization. #J-18808-Ljbffr Atlantic Group