An independent marketing agency is looking for a Controller to lead and guide its accounting team. This individual has established experience as a Controller with strong analytical skills, and extensive experience in generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), tax laws, internal controls, and financial forecasting. Working cross-functionally, the new leader will help improve operational efficiency by streamlining budgeting & financial reporting processes while maintaining effective communication & organizational effectiveness.

Salary + Additional Benefits:

• $145,000-$160,000 + Bonus Potential
• Great Benefits - 401K 
• Hybrid work schedule

• Plan, direct, and coordinate all accounting operations.
• Maintain effective communication to accounting team and executive leadership.
• Ethically lead & guide the accounting team & financial responsibilities daily.
• Prepare financial reporting.
• Coordinate with vendors & consultants for accurate financial reporting.
• Provide executive leadership with all vital information to the decision-making process.
• Manage the budget process.
• Assess current accounting operations, offer recommendations for improvement, and implement new processes.
• Responsible for ethical & effective accounting and internal control systems.
• Responsible for the effectiveness of accounting technology.
• Develop, monitor, and communicate business performance metrics.
• Responsible for the effectiveness and decision making
• Hire, train, and retain skilled accounting staff.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Experience as a controller for 7+ years
• Experience in leading a team to achieve results
• Knowledgeable in all aspects of GAAP
• Experience in tax planning and implementing plans
• Experience producing and presenting financial reports, annual budgets, and forecasts
• Thorough understanding of tax and federal regulations
• Experience managing and overseeing all accounting roles
• Successful track record of forecasting financial results and metrics
• Thorough understanding of creating and filing financial statements
• Knowledgeable with QuickBooks and NetSuite (or equivalent – Salesforce, etc.)
• Preferred qualifications include:
  • Master’s degree in Business Administration
  • Certifications: CPA (Certified Public Accountant), CMA (Certified Management Accountant), CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst), and CIA (Certified Internal Auditor)
  • Experience in coaching and development