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About the Role

This leadership role is ideal for a highly skilled accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about building high-performing teams, strengthening financial processes, and driving operational excellence. As a key partner to executive leadership, the Controller will play a critical role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining compliance, and advancing the firm’s accounting function.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to the accounting team, including coaching, mentoring, and professional development, while delivering regular performance feedback
• Prepare and oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with U.S. GAAP and adherence to the close calendar, identifying and resolving any discrepancies
• Oversee the monthly close of the General Ledger and consolidation and reporting of financial results
• Coordinate and oversee the annual audit process with external auditors
• Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
• Oversee accounts payable processes, including vendor payments, and provide oversight of payroll operations
• Monitor cash flow and manage budgeting and forecasting activities
• Assist in strategic financial planning and risk management initiatives
• Collaborate closely with the CFO and executive leadership on financial strategies

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field
• CPA designation preferred
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in accounting and finance, including roles as a Controller or Assistant Controller
• Demonstrated experience managing accounting teams and overseeing financial reporting within a large or complex organization
• Excellent leadership and team management capabilities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for diverse audiences
• Ability to develop and implement strategic financial plans
• Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy in financial reporting
• Proficiency in financial management software and ERP systems, preferably Workday
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• In-depth knowledge of financial regulations and compliance standards
• Ability to analyze complex financial data and present actionable insights
• Candidates must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States. Cherry Bekaert will not provide work sponsorship for this position.

Skills

• Leadership
• Team management
• Analytical skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Strategic financial planning
• Detail-oriented
• Financial reporting accuracy
• Financial management software proficiency
• ERP systems proficiency
• Workday proficiency
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills
• Financial regulations knowledge
• Compliance standards knowledge
• Complex financial data analysis

Location

• Hybrid

Work Type

• Hybrid
• Full-time

Experience Level

• 10+ years of progressive experience in accounting and finance
• Controller or Assistant Controller experience

Education Level

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field
• CPA designation preferred

Salary/Compensations

• $164,200 - $285,000 per year

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages based on performance
• Annual bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision care
• Disability and life insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Retirement plans
• Paid Care Leave
• Programs dedicated to enhancing personal and work life
• Financial protection for you and your family

About the Company

• Cherry Bekaert, ranked among the largest assurance, tax and advisory firms in the U.S., serves clients across industries in all 50 U.S. states and internationally.
• Cherry Bekaert LLP and Cherry Bekaert Advisory LLC are members of Allinial Global, an accountancy and business advisory global association.

Equal Opportunity

• Cherry Bekaert provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.