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The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting expertise, leadership skills, and a proven ability to manage and improve accounting processes.\r\nKey Responsibilities\r\nOversee all accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger functions.\r\nManage month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.\r\nReview and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.\r\nLead the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.\r\nEnsure compliance with local, state, and federal tax regulations, including preparation and filing of returns.\r\nDevelop and maintain internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures.\r\nProvide analytical review of financial results, including variance analysis and recommendations for improvement.\r\nOversee budgeting and forecasting processes in collaboration with leadership.\r\nManage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, and other financial partners.\r\nMentor and support accounting staff, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and growth.\r\nQualifications\r\nBachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.\r\nCPA license strongly preferred.\r\nMasters degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration preferred.\r\n7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership or controller role.\r\nIn-depth knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance.\r\nStrong proficiency with accounting software (QuickBooks experience a plus) and advanced Excel skills.\r\nExcellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.\r\nStrong leadership, communication, and team management abilities.\r\nJ-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Bedirect","rawCompany":"bedirect","city":"Kennett","state":"MO","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-15T01:39:03.568Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-3031.01","title":"Treasurers and Controllers","slug":"treasurers-and-controllers"},{"code":"13-2011.00","title":"Accountants and Auditors","slug":"accountants-and-auditors"},{"code":"43-3031.00","title":"Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks","slug":"bookkeeping-accounting-and-auditing-clerks"}],"industries":[{"code":"541219","title":"Other Accounting Services","slug":"other-accounting-services"},{"code":"541211","title":"Offices of Certified Public Accountants","slug":"offices-of-certified-public-accountants"},{"code":"551114","title":"Corporate, Subsidiary, and Regional Managing Offices","slug":"corporate-subsidiary-and-regional-managing-offices"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Controller","description":"About the Role:\r\nWe are looking for a strategic and detail-oriented Controller to lead our accounting operations and ensure the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of our financial reporting. 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