Controller

Vaco is hiring a

Controller Location:

Tamarac, FL Compensation:

$160-$180,000/yr + Bonus Overview The Controller - Operations Accounting supports the Chief Accounting Officer and senior finance leadership in overseeing the accounting operations of the organization. This role ensures accuracy, timeliness, and compliance across the full spectrum of accounting activities, including monthly close, financial reporting, internal controls, and audit readiness. Key Responsibilities Financial Close & Reporting Lead and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes. Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules. Assist in preparing GAAP-compliant financial statements. Analyze financial results and provide variance explanations to management. Maintain accuracy of the general ledger and sub-ledgers. Accounting Operations Ensure compliance with internal accounting policies and SOX / internal controls framework. Implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy. Support integration of new systems, acquisitions, or accounting changes. Internal Controls & Compliance Maintain and enhance the internal control environment. Prepare documentation for internal and external auditors. Ensure compliance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, and company policies. Leadership & Collaboration Supervise and mentor accounting team members. Provide training and guidance to ensure high performance and accuracy. Partner with FP&A, operations, treasury, tax, and other functional groups. Support the Chief Accounting Officer in strategic initiatives and ad?hoc projects. Systems & Process Improvements Leverage ERP systems to improve automation and data accuracy. Participate in system upgrades or implementations. Evaluate existing workflows and recommend efficiency enhancements. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance CPA 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities. Strong understanding of US GAAP. Experience with ERP systems (SAP ECC, S4 Hana, SAP Business One, Dynamics, etc.). Exceptional analytical and problem?solving skills. Strong communication and cross?functional collaboration abilities. Experience within Shared Services Preferred Qualifications Public accounting experience (Big 4 or regional firm). Experience in privately held companies. Manufacturing and Service experience. Strong Excel and financial modeling skills. Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan.

Additional disclaimer:

Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. 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. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.