Controller

Controller About the OpportunityMy client is a growing and evolving organization seeking an experienced Controller to oversee its accounting and financial operations. This is a hands-on leadership position with responsibility for managing a multi-level accounting team while ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and efficiency of the organization's financial processes. This is an excellent opportunity for a CPA or Master's-level accounting professional with strong technical accounting expertise and leadership experience. The ideal candidate will thrive in a high-growth, fast-paced environment and enjoy the opportunity to improve processes, enhance systems, and contribute to significant business initiatives. The Controller will work closely with the CFO, fellow Controller, and senior leaders across the organization, including divisional, sales, and quality leadership.Reports to: Chief Financial Officer Key Responsibilities:Oversee the day-to-day accounting function, including general ledger, reconciliations, AP, AR, payroll, and financial closeLead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reportingPrepare and review financial statements, management reports, forecasts, and financial analysesEstablish and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controlsPartner with the other Controller to ensure consistency and accuracy across financial reporting and accounting activitiesSupport annual budgeting, forecasting, cash management, and financial planningPartner with operational and business leaders to provide financial analysis and insights to support decision-makingEnsure compliance with applicable accounting standards and federal, state, and local requirementsIdentify opportunities to improve processes, strengthen controls, and increase finance department efficiencyParticipate in accounting system enhancements, technology initiatives, and other finance-related projectsPlay an active role in M&A transactions, including financial due diligence and post-acquisition integrationAssist with integrating accounting processes, systems, controls, and reporting following acquisitionsCoordinate external and annual financial audits and serve as a key contact for outside auditorsIdentify and address control weaknesses to safeguard company assets and maintain financial data integrityManage, coach, and develop the accounting team, including senior/staff accounting professionals and AR/AP personnelEstablish clear expectations and performance standards while fostering a collaborative and accountable team environmentDevelop team members and build the capabilities needed to support continued organizational growthTake ownership of special projects and process improvement initiatives as business needs evolveQualifications:Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related fieldActive CPA license strongly preferredPrevious experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, or in a senior-level accounting leadership roleDemonstrated experience with M&A transactions, including due diligence and integrationStrong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and technical accountingProven experience leading, mentoring, and developing an accounting teamExperience working in a high-growth, fast-paced environmentStrong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to partner effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional teamsExperience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 or a comparable ERP system highly desirableStrong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a rapidly changing environmentWhy This Opportunity?High-impact leadership role with significant visibility across the organizationOpportunity to work closely with the CFO and senior leadershipHands-on involvement in M&A, integration, and strategic finance initiativesAbility to improve and build upon accounting processes and systemsOpportunity to lead and develop a multi-level accounting teamGrowing organization with significant opportunity to make an impact By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions.Equal Opportunity NoticeHighspring LLC (d/b/a Vaco by Highspring) and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by applicable law. The company is also committed to ensuring that persons who need them are provided with reasonable accommodations; if an accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact HR@vaco.com .Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.Representation NoticeBy submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. Additionally, you agree to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. Lastly, you agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.For residents of Ontario, Canada only: to the extent the position for employment is not with Highspring or not otherwise noted as vacant above, candidate should be informed that this role is to replace a presently employed person at Vaco by Highspring's client.Privacy NoticeVaco by Highspring respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies.California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here.Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here.Residents of all other states may access our policies here.Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here.Residents of countries governed by GDPR and UK GDPR may access our policies here.Additionally, submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. More details about Vaco by Highspring's use of AI can be found here (https://www.highspring.com/ai-use-notices/). Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase will be conducted by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco by Highspring does not know and cannot opine on if its client's use of AI products in hiring.Pay Transparency NoticeDetermining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:· the individual's skill sets, experience and training;· licensure and certification requirements;· office location and other geographic considerations; and· other business and organizational needs.With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and/or participation in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's retirement plan (or similar retirement benefits).