Controller

We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead financial operations and support sound business decision-making in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. This position oversees the accounting function, guides a small team, and ensures accurate reporting, strong internal controls, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate brings deep knowledge of accounting operations, financial analysis, and month-end processes, along with the leadership skills to keep daily finance activities running smoothly.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the day-to-day activities of the finance and accounting team, providing direction, oversight, and support for staff performance and departmental priorities.
• Safeguard financial records and maintain organized documentation that supports accurate reporting, audit readiness, and operational accountability.
• Manage core accounting functions, including general ledger activity, account reconciliations, accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, payroll review, and benefit-related financial processing.
• Establish, maintain, and improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to reduce risk and strengthen financial integrity.
• Prepare monthly and year-end close activities and produce financial statements and recurring management reports in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
• Develop annual budgets and periodic forecasts, then analyze variances and communicate meaningful financial trends and concerns to leadership.
• Oversee cash activity and banking matters, including reconciliations, transaction monitoring, and coordination with financial institutions as needed.
• Partner with external auditors and grantor agencies by preparing schedules, supporting documentation, expenditure reports, and required monthly, quarterly, and annual filings.