Controller
1200 Atwater Drive Mid City West, PA 19103 US
Job Description
Position Summary:
The Controller oversees all accounting operations, ensures the accuracy of financial reporting, and maintains strong internal controls across the organization. This role manages the accounting team, leads the month-end close process, partners with leadership on budgeting and financial planning, and ensures compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead and manage the accounting team, including AP, AR, payroll, and general ledger functions.
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Oversee the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial statements.
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Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and ensure all financial transactions are recorded accurately.
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Develop, implement, and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
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Manage cash flow forecasting, working capital analysis, and banking relationships.
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Prepare and review financial reports and present insights to senior leadership.
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Coordinate annual financial audits and act as the primary point of contact for external auditors.
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Partner with FP&A on budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
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Support tax compliance by providing accurate financial data and coordinating with tax advisors.
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Identify opportunities for system improvements, automation, and process efficiency.
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Lead or support special projects and strategic initiatives as needed.
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA strongly preferred.
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7–10+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
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Deep knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
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Experience with accounting software such as NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or QuickBooks.
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Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
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Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
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High attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and continuous improvement.
Meet Your Recruiter
Sarah Brumbley
Vice President
Sarah is a Vice President of Top Stack’s Finance & Accounting Direct Hire Division based out of Philadelphia, PA. She started in the recruiting industry with a large national firm in 2005 where she worked for several years. She has been a recognized top performer throughout her career which stems from her commitment to developing long-term, value-based relationships with both her clients and candidates. Sarah goes far beyond a job description, probing deeply to determine what clients are truly looking for and candidate motivations for considering a job change, and how it fits into their career aspirations. Sarah takes a highly professional, candid, and consultative approach to every search. Her deep industry knowledge and experience have proven to be a valuable resource to her clients, ranging from large publicly traded corporations to start-ups. From entry-level through C-Suite, she specializes in filling roles in all areas of finance and accounting.
Sarah earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance from the University of Delaware. Before developing a career in recruiting, she worked in the Treasury Department of a Fortune 500 company. When she is not building relationships, she is building experiences. Sarah is an avid traveler, a fitness fanatic, and a lover of nature and the outdoors. A highlight of her travel adventures is summiting Mt. Kilimanjaro, the highest free-standing mountain in the world. Sarah also loves ballroom dancing, scuba diving, and Broadway shows. She is also involved in the community and several non-profits in the Philadelphia area.