Controller

Compensation Range: $150K - $170KA privately held, growing professional services organization with approximately $30M in annual revenue is seeking a hands-on Controller to lead its accounting and financial operations. This individual will take ownership of the day-to-day accounting function, including revenue recognition, month-end close, financial reporting, and general ledger oversight. The Controller will work closely with company leadership to ensure financial accuracy, strengthen processes and controls, and provide meaningful visibility into the organization's financial performance. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting leader who enjoys being involved in the details while also taking a broader view of the business. The role will oversee and mentor direct reports, providing guidance, development, and day-to-day leadership while remaining actively involved in the accounting operations.

Key Responsibilities: Own and manage the monthly and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting. Oversee revenue recognition, including proper application of accounting standards, contract review, and revenue reconciliations. Manage the general ledger, journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation. Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records and reporting. Analyze financial results, identify trends and variances, and provide actionable insights to leadership. Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and cash management activities. Develop, implement, and improve accounting processes, procedures, and internal controls. Partner with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial planning. Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, tax requirements, and financial reporting obligations. Manage and develop direct reports, providing hands-on coaching, mentorship, and professional development. Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows, reporting capabilities, and overall financial operations.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. CPA Required.8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including a minimum of 2 years Controller or Accounting Manager-level responsibilities. Strong technical accounting background with demonstrated revenue recognition experience. Proven experience independently managing the month-end close and full-cycle accounting operations. Experience preparing and analyzing financial statements. Background working within a privately held, small to mid-sized organization, ideally within professional services. Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting requirements. Experience managing, mentoring, or developing junior accounting professionals. Strong Excel skills and proficiency with accounting systems. Ability to operate both strategically and tactically in a lean, entrepreneurial environment.