Controller

Job Description:
The Controller / Head of Accounting is a strategic finance leader responsible for overseeing all accounting operations, ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting, and leading a high-performing accounting team. This role partners closely with the CFO and cross-functional leaders to support business growth, drive operational excellence, and strengthen internal controls and financial governance.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Financial Leadership & Strategy

• Lead all accounting functions including GL, AP, AR, payroll accounting, revenue recognition, inventory, fixed assets, and cost accounting.
• Partner with the CFO to develop accounting strategy aligned to company growth, M&A activity, and long-term financial goals.
• Provide insights into financial results, trends, and risks to support executive decision-making.

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal accounting policies, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Lead preparation for external audits, tax filings, and statutory reporting; serve as primary point of contact for auditors.
• Maintain strong internal controls.

Systems, Processes & Controls

• Own the accounting systems roadmap including ERP enhancements and integration of acquisitions.
• Drive process improvements to increase efficiency, scalability, and data integrity.
• Establish and document accounting policies, procedures, and best practices.

People Leadership

• Lead, coach, and develop a multi-level accounting team, fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Build talent pipelines, support career development, and ensure appropriate succession planning.
• Set clear performance expectations and provide regular feedback and performance management.

Cross-Functional Partnership

• Collaborate with FP&A, Operations, HR, IT, and Legal to ensure alignment on financial processes, policies, and data integrity.
• Support due diligence, integration, and accounting implications for acquisitions and business initiatives.

Qualifications for the Job

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA or equivalent certification strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership of teams.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience with ERP systems.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and scale high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present financial information to executive leadership.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in high-growth, multi-entity, or manufacturing / distribution environments.
• Background supporting M&A activity and systems integrations.
• Prior experience working closely with private equity or complex ownership structures.