Controller

Description:

Our client is seeking a Controller to lead the accounting function within a fast-growing, investment-focused organization, serving as a key partner to executive leadership. This role goes beyond traditional accounting by combining financial oversight with strategic insight, operational collaboration, and performance-driven analysis. This is a hands-on leadership position for someone who is detail-oriented but forward-looking, analytical but curious, and energized by building structure and driving results. Key Responsibilities Own and oversee the full accounting function, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and scalability of financial reporting Lead and continuously improve the month-end close process, focusing on speed, accuracy, and reporting discipline Partner with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning to support business decisions Collaborate cross-functionally with operations and finance teams to align financial results with business performance Analyze financial results, identify trends, and uncover opportunities for cost savings and margin improvement Develop and enhance financial reporting, including KPIs and performance metrics Build and strengthen accounting processes, internal controls, and financial infrastructure to support growth Identify gaps, implement structure, and drive continuous process improvement Support oversight of payroll, benefits, and administrative functions in coordination with external partners Leverage technology and automation to improve efficiency and insights Lead, develop, and grow the accounting team, establishing accountability and consistency across the function

Requirements:

5-7+ years of accounting experience, with demonstrated leadership responsibility Experience in fast-paced environments preferred Strong financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting skills Proven ability to improve close processes and drive operational discipline Highly collaborative with the ability to partner across teams and influence leadership Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive, curious mindset Detail-oriented with the ability to think strategically Experience building and developing teams Motivated, driven, and comfortable operating in a high-growth, evolving environment