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Corporate Controller | Bethesda, MD | 4-days in office | $150-175K+bonus We are seeking a strategic, hands-on Corporate Controller to lead the corporate accounting function for a growing organization. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for financial reporting, accounts payable, payroll, treasury, and internal controls, while partnering closely with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to support operational excellence and business growth. This opportunity is ideal for a CPA with strong technical accounting expertise, proven leadership experience, and a passion for building high-performing teams, improving processes, and delivering meaningful financial insight. What You’ll Do Corporate Financial Reporting
- Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process for corporate entities and consolidated financial statements
- Deliver timely, accurate financial reporting to leadership, lenders, and key stakeholders
- Review financial results, analyze unusual activity, and ensure compliance with GAAP and accounting policies
- Oversee the general ledger, chart of accounts, consolidations, budgeting, and forecasting support
Accounts Payable Leadership
- Oversee the full AP function, including invoice processing, coding, approvals, vendor payments, accruals, and reconciliations
- Strengthen controls, approval workflows, and segregation of duties
- Drive automation and process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy
Payroll Oversight
- Lead accurate, timely payroll processing for multi-state employee populations
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations
- Partner with Human Resources on benefits, deductions, onboarding, and terminations
- Oversee payroll accounting, reconciliations, reporting, and internal controls
Treasury & Cash Management
- Manage cash flow, banking relationships, liquidity forecasting, and funding activity
- Monitor cash positions, funding needs, and compliance requirements
- Identify risks early and recommend practical solutions
- Support debt administration and lender coordination as needed
Internal Controls & Compliance
- Maintain a strong control environment across AP, payroll, treasury, and reporting
- Recommend and implement improvements to policies, procedures, and governance
- Support annual audit and tax reporting activities
Leadership & Business Partnership
- Lead, coach, and develop teams across Accounts Payable, Payroll, and Treasury
- Build a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
- Partner with Asset Management, Human Resources, Tax, and executive leadership
- Communicate proactively, escalate risks early, and provide actionable financial recommendations
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
- CPA required, MBA is a plus
- 7+ years of progressive accounting experience
- 3–5+ years of leadership experience overseeing accounting, AP, payroll, or treasury teams
- Demonstrated success managing Accounts Payable, Payroll, and Treasury functions
- Experience with multi-entity consolidations preferred
- Real estate industry experience preferred
- Advanced knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, payroll compliance, and cash management
- Strong Excel skills and experience with AP automation, payroll systems, and banking/treasury platforms
- Proven ability to lead teams, improve processes, and influence across departments
This is an excellent opportunity for a finance leader who combines technical strength, operational discipline, and people leadership with a forward-thinking, improvement-oriented mindset. If you are looking for a visible role where you can make a lasting impact, please apply for immediate consideration. Direct additional questions to Lee Chernett, VP at Robert Half Finance & Accounting, via LinkedIn.