Controller

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Controller will be responsible for leading the accounting function, including development of the team, as well as continuous improvement of the organization's accounting initiatives, principles, practices, and procedures. This position will oversee the timely monthly close of the General Ledger, consolidation and reporting of financial results, the development of and compliance to internal controls, the accounts payable process including vendor payments and oversight of the payroll function.
This is a unique opportunity to have significant impact on a growing organization. This role will collaborate and direct operational and strategic activities for the Firm, related to the financial and operational management. In addition, you will work directly with Firm, Service Line, and functional leadership on various initiatives.
As the Controller, you will:
Ensure accurate & timely financials are in compliance with US GAAP standards with adherence to the close calendar. Identify any areas of concern in financials for investigation & resolution.
Maintain the company's overall systems of accounts, books and records for all company transactions and assets.
Review and ensure timely completion of internal financials, bank financials and other financial packages.
Maintain current and projected balance sheets and cash flow statements.
Maintain and make recommended changes to Firm policies as appropriate, including revenue recognition.
Coordinate the external audit in a multi-entity environment
Responsible for establishing and ensuring compliance to internal controls and continually updates processes & procedures bringing accounting to best in class.
Oversee accounts payable and payroll functions of the organization.
Manage the consolidation of company entities including eliminations and recording of investment in joint ventures.
Lead the efforts from an accounting point of view for the establishment of any new entities.
Direct the daily activities and career development of team members, including hiring, coaching, reviewing work, establishing goals and performance management of team members as required.
What you bring to the role:
Minimum of 10 years of experience; experience as a Controller or Assistant Controller a significant plus
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business, or related field
Strong and broad experience in accounting and ability to apply strong GAAP knowledge to business scenarios
The ability to communicate financial information into sound business language that is easily digestible by all and informs the decision-making process
Experience supervising and developing staff
Experience supervising an audit
Experience consolidating multiple entities
CPA a plus
Experience in private equity owned organizations a plus
What you can expect from us:
Shared values, including uncompromising integrity, a passion for excellence, and mutual respect
The opportunity to innovate and do work that motivates and engages you
Collaborative environment focused on your career growth and continuous professional development
Competitive compensation and a total rewards package that focuses on all aspects of your wellbeing
Flexibility to do impactful work and the time to enjoy your life outside of work
Our Benefits Cherry Bekaert cares about its people. We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The hiring range for this position is $175,000 - $225,000. In addition, we offer a comprehensive, high-quality benefits program which includes medical, dental, and vision care; disability and life insurance; generous Paid Time Off; retirement plans; Paid Care Leave; and other programs that are dedicated to enhancing your personal and work life and providing you and your family with a measure of financial protection.
Cherry Bekaert provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.
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