A growing, private equity-backed organization is seeking a hands-on Controller to lead accounting and financial operations for a profitable portfolio company on track to surpass $40 million in annual revenue. What You'll Do Lead Accounting & Financial Reporting Take ownership of day-to-day accounting operations, including the general ledger, AP, AR, payroll accounting, and cash-related activities. Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close, ensuring accurate financial statements and timely reporting under

U.S. GAAP.

Oversee journal entries, accruals, balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting schedules. Establish consistent accounting policies, documented procedures, and review processes across the businesses. Identify gaps in existing workflows and implement improvements that strengthen accuracy, efficiency, and internal controls. Remain hands-on with reconciliations, journal entries, and other accounting activities when needed. Partner With Leadership on Business Performance Collaborate with business leaders on budgets, forecasts, cash flow projections, and financial planning. Analyze actual results against budgets, forecasts, and prior periods to identify trends, risks, and opportunities. Develop management reports and KPIs that provide greater visibility into profitability and operating performance. Identify opportunities to improve margins, working capital, cash management, and operating efficiency. Translate financial results into clear, actionable insights for non-financial stakeholders. Support Multi-Company & Foreign Currency Accounting Oversee accounting and reporting requirements across multiple portfolio businesses as the organization grows. Address foreign currency transactions, account reconciliations, and foreign exchange gains and losses for a business with significant currency activity. Strengthen controls around foreign currency balances, cash activity, and related reporting. Coordinate with treasury, banking partners, external advisors, and the parent company's finance team on complex accounting matters. Build processes that can accommodate additional entities, higher transaction volumes, and evolving reporting requirements. Strengthen Controls & Financial Infrastructure Maintain reliable financial records through effective reconciliations, documentation, and internal controls. Coordinate with external accountants, tax advisors, auditors, and parent-company finance teams. Support tax compliance, audit preparation, and other financial reporting requirements. Partner with HR, legal, treasury, and risk management on accounting and financial matters. Improve systems, automation, and reporting processes as responsibilities transition from the holding company to the operating businesses. Build & Develop the Accounting Team Lead and mentor accounting personnel, setting clear expectations and review standards. Help establish the structure and capabilities of a dedicated finance team. Improve segregation of duties and accountability while maintaining flexibility in a lean environment. Support team members through close cycles, process changes, and periods of increased workload. What We're Looking For Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including financial reporting, month-end close, and accounting operations Prior experience as a Controller or Assistant Controller Experience supporting multiple legal entities or operating companies preferred Foreign currency accounting or multi-currency reporting experience strongly preferred Experience managing, mentoring, or developing accounting staff Proficiency with accounting systems such as QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle, or comparable platforms Advanced Excel skills and strong financial analysis capabilities CPA or CMA certification preferred

Pay:

$140,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching AD&D insurance Dental insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Life insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Bala-Cynwyd, PA 19004