Controller

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Controller
Department: Finance
Reports To: CEO
FLSA Status: Exempt
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

Chelsea Tech is a high-performance Managed Services Provider delivering white-glove IT and operational support to fast-paced professional environments. The CFO / Controller is responsible for overseeing the company’s financial operations, accounting functions, and financial planning while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and financial discipline.

This role blends hands-on financial management with strategic oversight. The CFO / Controller manages accounting, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial controls, while also supporting leadership with financial insight, decision-making, and business performance visibility.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Financial Operations

• Manage and oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, banking, and reconciliations
• Develop, implement, and monitor accounting systems, procedures, and internal controls
• Manage the monthly accounting close process and prepare month-end financial statements
• Review and analyze financial information related to assets, liabilities, and capital
• Perform daily banking activities and cash management functions
• Prepare 1099s and coordinate required tax filings

Financial Reporting, Budgeting & Forecasting

• Prepare and analyze financial and operational reports for executive leadership
• Coordinate the preparation of corporate budgets, forecasts, and financial projections
• Monitor budget performance and manage the department budget
• Prepare and deliver financial reports required by ownership, banks, auditors, and other stakeholders
• Analyze financial performance, trends, and variances to support business decisions

Compliance, Controls & Audit

• Install, modify, document, and maintain accounting systems and control procedures
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, tax regulations, and company policies
• Coordinate and manage year-end audits and external accounting relationships
• Maintain audit-ready documentation and financial records

Strategic & Operational Support

• Review and analyze accounting operations and recommend financial objectives, policies, and improvements
• Support senior leadership with financial analysis, pricing, margin review, and cost control
• Create and implement annual finance department strategic plans
• Support operational leaders with financial insight and guidance

Team Leadership & Supervision

• Hire, train, supervise, motivate, and develop finance and accounting staff
• Assign duties, manage workflow, and monitor quality of work
• Provide day-to-day guidance, feedback, and performance recognition
• Ensure staff adhere to company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Proactively identify issues within the team and implement corrective actions

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of progressive experience in accounting or finance
• Prior experience in a Controller or combined CFO / Controller role preferred
• Demonstrated ability to supervise, motivate, and develop staff
• Strong working knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with leadership and operations teams

Preferred Experience

• Experience in an MSP, IT services, SaaS, or professional services environment
• CPA or equivalent certification
• Experience supporting growth-stage or scaling businesses
• Familiarity with project-based billing, managed services revenue, or recurring revenue models

Core Competencies

• Financial Leadership
• Accounting & Controls
• Budgeting & Forecasting
• Financial Analysis
• Strategic Thinking
• Process Improvement
• Risk Management
• Communication

Success Indicators

• Financial reporting is accurate, timely, and reliable
• Leadership has clear visibility into financial performance and cash flow
• Budgets and forecasts support effective planning and decision-making
• Financial processes operate efficiently and scale with the business
• Risks are managed proactively and compliance standards are maintained

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Chelsea Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws.