Controller

Job Description

Job Description

Corporate Controller | Bethesda, MD | 4-days in office | $150-175K+bonus

We are seeking a strategic, hands-on Corporate Controller to lead the corporate accounting function for a growing organization. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for financial reporting, accounts payable, payroll, treasury, and internal controls , while partnering closely with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to support operational excellence and business growth. This opportunity is ideal for a CPA with strong technical accounting expertise, proven leadership experience, and a passion for building high-performing teams, improving processes, and delivering meaningful financial insight.

What You’ll Do

Corporate Financial Reporting

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process for corporate entities and consolidated financial statements
• Deliver timely, accurate financial reporting to leadership, lenders, and key stakeholders
• Review financial results, analyze unusual activity, and ensure compliance with GAAP and accounting policies
• Oversee the general ledger, chart of accounts, consolidations, budgeting, and forecasting support

Accounts Payable Leadership

• Oversee the full AP function, including invoice processing, coding, approvals, vendor payments, accruals, and reconciliations
• Strengthen controls, approval workflows, and segregation of duties
• Drive automation and process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy

Payroll Oversight

• Lead accurate, timely payroll processing for multi-state employee populations
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations
• Partner with Human Resources on benefits, deductions, onboarding, and terminations
• Oversee payroll accounting, reconciliations, reporting, and internal controls

Treasury & Cash Management

• Manage cash flow, banking relationships, liquidity forecasting, and funding activity
• Monitor cash positions, funding needs, and compliance requirements
• Identify risks early and recommend practical solutions
• Support debt administration and lender coordination as needed

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Maintain a strong control environment across AP, payroll, treasury, and reporting
• Recommend and implement improvements to policies, procedures, and governance
• Support annual audit and tax reporting activities

Leadership & Business Partnership

• Lead, coach, and develop teams across Accounts Payable, Payroll, and Treasury
• Build a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Partner with Asset Management, Human Resources, Tax, and executive leadership
• Communicate proactively, escalate risks early, and provide actionable financial recommendations

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA required, MBA is a plus
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience
• 3–5+ years of leadership experience overseeing accounting, AP, payroll, or treasury teams
• Demonstrated success managing Accounts Payable, Payroll, and Treasury functions
• Experience with multi-entity consolidations preferred
• Real estate industry experience preferred
• Advanced knowledge of GAAP , financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, payroll compliance, and cash management
• Strong Excel skills and experience with AP automation, payroll systems, and banking/treasury platforms
• Proven ability to lead teams, improve processes, and influence across departments

This is an excellent opportunity for a finance leader who combines technical strength, operational discipline, and people leadership with a forward-thinking, improvement-oriented mindset. If you are looking for a visible role where you can make a lasting impact, please apply for immediate consideration. Direct additional questions to Lee Chernett, VP at Robert Half Finance & Accounting, via LinkedIn.