We are looking for a hands-on Controller to lead core accounting activities and provide dependable financial insight for a growing business in Columbia. This role combines day-to-day accounting oversight with team leadership, accurate reporting, payroll administration, and continuous process improvement. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to keep financial operations organized, timely, and compliant in a small business setting.

Responsibilities:

• Direct the daily work of the accounting team, offering guidance, setting priorities, and ensuring essential functions are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Review financial activity across payables, receivables, reconciliations, and ledger maintenance to uphold complete and reliable records.
• Lead monthly and annual closing activities, including the preparation of journal entries, accruals, and other adjustments needed for accurate reporting.
• Produce and evaluate periodic financial statements and supporting schedules, highlighting meaningful variances, trends, and key performance insights for leadership.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts, research discrepancies, and implement corrective actions to maintain the integrity of financial data.
• Administer payroll processing and monitor related taxes, liabilities, and expense postings to ensure timely and accurate employee compensation.
• Support compliance efforts by coordinating documentation for tax filings, financial reviews, audits, and other external reporting requirements.
• Strengthen accounting procedures and internal controls by identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, consistency, and accuracy across workflows.
• Contribute to budgeting, cash flow tracking, and broader financial planning efforts while partnering with company leadership on business decisions.