Financial Controller

Title: Financial Controller

Location: Hybrid/Remote – FL, US

Position Summary: 
Reporting to the COO, the Financial Controller is responsible for overseeing the organization’s accounting operations and ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting. Working closely with leadership and departments across the organization, the Controller provides hands-on management of day-to-day accounting functions, supports budgeting and financial planning processes, and ensures compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and internal controls. The Financial Controller plays a key role in maintaining financial transparency and operational efficiency by managing financial reporting, cash flow oversight, and audit coordination while supporting leadership with financial analysis and insights.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial close processes.
• Manage and supervise accounting staff to ensure accurate and timely completion of financial activities and reporting.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and supporting reports.
• Maintain and enforce accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance and financial integrity.
• Monitor weekly and monthly cash flow, providing oversight of cash management and accounts payable activities.
• Prepare cash flow forecasts and financial reports for internal leadership and financial partners as required.
• Lead the development and coordination of the annual budget and periodic financial forecasts.
• Provide financial analysis, variance reporting, and operational insights to support leadership decision-making.
• Coordinate and manage external audits, ensuring timely preparation of required documentation and responses.
• Oversee preparation and filing of all required tax documents and regulatory reports in partnership with external advisors.
• Maintain relationships with banking partners and assist with financial documentation required for lenders or financial institutions.
• Prepare P&L reporting by business unit to assist in profitability and risk assessments across divisions.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, applicable regulations, and evolving accounting standards.
• Continuously evaluate and improve financial systems, processes, and reporting capabilities.

Required Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of10–12years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in a Controller, Accounting Manager, or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Experience managing accounting operations and supervising accounting staff.
• Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis processes.
• Prior experience working within a privately held organization preferred.
• Experience supporting multiple business units or affiliated entities is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams.
• Proficiency in accounting and financial systems. Experience with SBS financial system, ADP Workforce are highly desired
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.