Controller

A growing medically related organization is seeking a hands-on, operationally strong Controller to serve as a key partner to the CFO and help build the company’s accounting and finance foundation. This is a newly created role and an excellent opportunity for a finance leader who thrives in fast-paced, evolving environments and can bring structure, discipline, and business partnership to the function.

The Controller will take ownership of the monthly close process, financial statement preparation, general ledger oversight, inventory and cost analysis, and day-to-day accounting operations. This individual will also play a critical role in ERP implementation, post-acquisition accounting integration, and development of scalable processes to support growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting
• Prepare and/or oversee production of period-end financial statements and supporting schedules
• Manage the general ledger, account reconciliations, and overall integrity of accounting records
• Supervise and develop a team of 2 accounting staff members
• Partner closely with the CFO as a trusted right hand, providing timely financial insight and responsive support to leadership
• Analyze sales, margins, markups, and cost of goods sold to support business decision-making
• Oversee accounting for inventory and ensure accurate valuation and reporting of inventory balances
• Help design, implement, and improve accounting policies, internal controls, and reporting processes
• Support ERP implementation efforts and systems/process improvements
• Lead or support integration of acquired businesses, including consolidation of general ledger activity and standardization of accounting processes
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations and management to improve visibility into financial performance
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and help establish a scalable finance and accounting infrastructure

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 7+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including experience in a Controller or Assistant Controller capacity
• Prior experience working in a private equity-owned company required
• Experience implementing a new ERP system required
• Experience integrating acquired companies into an existing accounting environment, including G/L integration, required
• Strong background in inventory, cost accounting, COGS, margin analysis, and sales analysis required
• Industry experience must include product/inventory-based environments ; no financial services, insurance, or real estate backgrounds
• Proven ability to own the close process and work independently in a hands-on role