Position Title: Controller
An exciting opportunity is available for a hands-on Controller to join a high-growth company in the reverse logistics industry. This newly created role will lead the transformation of the company's accounting operations, establish scalable financial processes, oversee multi-entity reporting, and prepare the organization for its first GAAP audit. The Controller will play a critical role in building the financial infrastructure needed to support continued expansion and long-term success.
The ideal candidate is an ambitious, entrepreneurial CPA with strong accrual accounting experience, a proven ability to implement financial controls, and a passion for building systems from the ground up. This opportunity is well suited for a motivated accounting leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, embraces new technology, and wants meaningful ownership with a potential path to CFO.
Salary Range: $125,000 - $150,000 / annually, DOE
Responsibilities
- Lead the transition from cash-basis bookkeeping to accrual accounting, establishing a structured monthly close process
- Oversee general ledger activities, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial reporting to ensure accuracy and GAAP compliance
- Develop and manage consolidated financial reporting, intercompany transactions, and accounting processes across multiple entities
- Prepare the organization for its first GAAP audit, implementing internal controls, documentation, and audit-ready procedures
- Streamline accounting operations by improving integration between QuickBooks Online, payroll systems, banking platforms, and transaction settlement data
- Oversee cash management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and high-volume financial transactions while strengthening financial oversight
- Supervise and mentor accounting personnel while developing scalable processes and leveraging automation and AI-driven tools to improve efficiency
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Active CPA certification required
- 3–5 years of Controller experience, including direct oversight of accounting personnel
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, accrual accounting, financial reporting, and month-end close procedures
- Demonstrated experience managing GAAP audits, balance sheet reconciliations, and internal financial controls
- Experience overseeing accounting operations across multiple entities and jurisdictions
- Proficiency with QuickBooks Online and the ability to integrate financial systems, implement new technologies, and leverage AI tools to improve processes
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in logistics, transportation, industrial services, or another high-volume, transaction-intensive industry
- Previous experience transitioning an organization from cash-basis to accrual accounting
- Familiarity with debt financing, or mergers and acquisitions
- Experience building accounting functions, improving financial infrastructure, and supporting organizations through periods of rapid growth
- Entrepreneurial mindset with strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, and a willingness to remain actively involved in day-to-day accounting operations
Benefits
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Employee benefits package currently being developed
- Opportunity to help shape financial processes, systems, and organizational infrastructure
- Direct exposure to executive leadership and stakeholders
- Significant professional development and leadership opportunities
- Potential advancement into a Chief Financial Officer role as the organization grows
Take ownership of a growing company's financial future. If you are a driven, hands-on CPA ready to build scalable accounting operations, influence strategic decisions, and advance your career within a high-growth organization, we encourage you to apply!