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About the job

We are looking for a Controller to work for our client. The ideal candidate aligns with the responsibilities and qualifications outlined below.

This is a strong opportunity for a hands-on accounting leader to take charge of financial reporting and controls while serving as a trusted partner to company leadership, in a hybrid role based in Marietta, GA.

Responsibilities

Lead the accounting team through monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycles

Own the accuracy and timeliness of financial statements prepared under GAAP

Serve as the main contact for external auditors and tax advisors throughout the year

Design, document, and enforce internal controls that protect company assets

Oversee cash positioning, bank relationships, and working capital management

Work with executive leadership to build budgets, refine forecasts, and evaluate business performance

Coach and develop accounting staff, setting clear expectations and growth paths

Review and modernize accounting systems, workflows, and reporting packages

Keep the company compliant with tax, regulatory, and lender reporting requirements

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred

7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including time leading a team

Strong command of GAAP, internal controls, and the audit process

Track record of improving close timelines and reporting quality

Proficiency with ERP/accounting systems and advanced Excel skills

Clear communicator who can explain financial results to non-finance leaders

Comfortable managing priorities in a hybrid work environment

What Our Client Offers

A seat in leadership conversations, with your financial analysis shaping real decisions

Hybrid schedule based in Marietta, GA, with a mix of in-person team time and focused work from home

Freedom to improve close processes and systems rather than inherit a rigid playbook

A finance team ready to learn from a strong leader

A business with room for the Controller role to grow alongside the company