Controller

Job Description

Job Description

Controller — Multi-Entity Accounting & Finance Leader

Columbus, GA (in-office)   |   Full-Time   |   $75,000–$100,000/year, DOE

About the Role

We're a growing multi-entity business — Jan-Pro Development (commercial cleaning franchise), Outdoor Lighting Perspectives, and a small real estate portfolio — looking for an experienced Controller to own our day-to-day financial operations and grow into an expanded financial leadership role as we scale.

This isn't an entry-level accounting seat. We need someone who can run the monthly close independently, manage compliance across multiple entities, and start bringing strategic financial thinking to the table — cash flow forecasting, profitability analysis, and financial input on growth decisions.

What You'll Own

•        Monthly close, reconciliations, and financial reporting across three entities

•        Franchise compliance reporting (BAR, royalty, FDD) for Jan-Pro

•        Cash flow forecasting and budgeting to support ownership decisions

•        Executive dashboards and KPI reporting (revenue, margin, retention, A/R aging)

•        Liaison with external CPA firm on tax planning and year-end reporting

•        Light exposure to real estate accounting (mortgage/lease reconciliation, CapEx tracking)

What We're Looking For

•        5–8+ years of progressive accounting experience; CPA preferred, not required

•        Proven ability to independently run a close process — not just support one

•        Experience with forecasting/budgeting, not just historical reporting

•        Multi-entity or franchise experience a strong plus

•        QuickBooks and strong Excel skills

Why Join

•        Direct partnership with ownership — real influence on financial decisions

•        Clear growth path toward expanded financial leadership as the company scales

•        401(k), health/dental/vision, PTO