We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead the accounting function for a growing organization in Georgetown, Kentucky. This position will oversee daily financial operations, guide a small accounting team, and deliver reliable reporting that supports sound business decisions. The role is ideal for a hands-on accounting leader who can strengthen processes, maintain accuracy, and provide thoughtful financial insight to company leadership.
Responsibilities:
- Direct the full accounting cycle, including ledger activity, payables, receivables, payroll, fixed assets, and inventory-related transactions.
- Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports with a high standard of accuracy and timeliness.
- Drive the completion of month-end and year-end close activities, bringing schedules and reporting fully up to date.
- Review balance sheet accounts, investigate variances, and resolve reconciliation issues promptly.
- Monitor cash position and working capital trends while preparing forecasts to support operational planning.
- Lead, coach, and prioritize the work of a small accounting staff to improve performance, accountability, and collaboration.
- Act as the primary accounting resource for the Epicor ERP environment, including staff guidance, data review, and process optimization.
- Strengthen internal controls, maintain documentation standards, and coordinate required information for external tax and financial review partners.
- Build annual budgets and forecasts, evaluate results against plan, and explain financial performance, cost trends, and profitability drivers.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
- At least 7 years of progressively responsible accounting experience, including leadership of accounting personnel or functions.
- Prior experience in a Controller, Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager, or comparable role.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial statement preparation.
- Background working in a small business or entrepreneurial setting is highly preferred.
- Experience with ERP systems, with Epicor expertise strongly preferred.
- Advanced Excel skills and the ability to create meaningful financial reports and analyses.
- Proven ability to improve accounting workflows, implement controls, and manage multiple deadlines with strong attention to detail.