Jobs Login Back to all jobs Controller 29-Sep-2026 to 31-Oct-2026 (PST) Accounting & Finance Columbia, MD, USA 115,000-130,000 per year Based on Experience Salary Full Time Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(K), GSTD, LTD, Life Insurance, PTO, Paid Holidays, Flex Spend Accounts (Medical & Childcare), Accident Insurance, Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity Plans Email Me Similar Jobs Email Me This Job •This role works a Hybrid schedule with 3 days per week at our headquarters in Columbia, MD, and 2 days from home once up and running in the position.• American Pest is looking for a strong accounting professional who's ready to take ownership of the numbers and help guide the financial operations of a growing business. As our Controller, you'll lead the accounting team, oversee day-to-day accounting operations, and ensure our financial reporting is accurate, timely, and reliable. You'll work closely with our VP of Finance to manage the financial close, strengthen controls and processes, and build accounting practices that can scale with the business. Whether you're an experienced Controller or an accomplished accounting professional ready to step into the role for the first time, this is an opportunity to take on broader responsibility, lead a team, and make a meaningful impact on how the business operates. American Pest is proud to offer our employees a host of outstanding benefits! What You'll Get... We want to help our employees build a great career and a great future. At American Pest, you'll have access to these great benefits!

Health and Well-being:

Blue Cross Blue Shield medical PPO options Delta Dental and Vision Prescription drug program Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and childcare expenses Health Savings Plans (HSA) available with qualified plans

Financial Security:

Competitive salary 401(k) Savings Plans (Traditional & Roth) Life insurance and short-term disability 100% company paid (with options to buy up) Long-term disability, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity insurance options

Work/Life Balance:

Enjoy stable, year-round employment with opportunities for growth Paid training Paid time off and eight paid holidays Opportunities for advancement What You'll Do... As our Controller, you'll take ownership of American Pest's day-to-day accounting operations while leading and developing the team responsible for keeping our financial information accurate and on track. You'll oversee the general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, cash management, payroll accounting, fixed assets, and the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process. You'll prepare and review financial statements, maintain strong internal controls and GAAP-aligned accounting practices, support audits, and ensure information flows accurately between our accounting, operational, payment, and banking systems. Just as importantly, you'll look for opportunities to improve how the accounting department works, strengthening processes, building better procedures, and creating an accounting operation that can continue to scale as American Pest grows. Who You Are... So, what does it take to be successful as the Controller at American Pest? For starters, you'll have at least a bachelor's degree in Accounting. You'll also have... A minimum of 5 years of experience with accrual accounting required, acquisition integration experience a plus Experience leading audits and establishing internal controls CPA preferred Financial Management experience preferred Ability to create financial modeling and forecasting tools A strong understanding and functional application of MS Office Suite with an especially strong understanding of Excel The ability to multi-task and prioritize competing responsibilities according to urgency and importance in a fast-paced environment Strong verbal and written communication skills Strong data entry skills and a high level of accuracy The ability to be a positive, up-beat, team-player High attention to detail and a desire for getting things right The ability to concentrate for extended periods of time The ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English Legal eligibility to work in the U.S. Who We Are... Founded in 1925, American Pest has protected homes and businesses for more than 100 years and today employs more than 450 people throughout the region. As part of Anticimex, a global leader in modern pest management, we're committed to doing the right thing for our customers and our employees. We believe great teams are built by people who value responsibility, consistency, and treating others with respect. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds because different experiences make our company stronger. Our Hiring Process... Knowing what to expect when job hunting is always a welcome relief. Our process for this position includes the following steps: Submit your application. If your skills and experience are a good match, complete a short phone interview. If selected to move forward, complete our full application and interview with the local hiring team. Receive a conditional offer if selected for hire. 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