District Partners has been exclusively engaged by a privately held organization to identify a Controller who will lead all accounting and financial operations for the business. This is a highly visible, hands-on role serving as the senior-most finance professional, partnering directly with leadership to drive financial accuracy, reporting, and operational efficiency.

This individual will own the full accounting function while overseeing a part-time Staff Accountant supporting transactional activities.

Position Overview

The Controller will be responsible for end-to-end financial management, including accounting, reporting, payroll, benefits administration, and compliance. This role requires a strong operator who is comfortable working independently, managing day-to-day execution, and providing actionable financial insights to leadership.

What You'll Do:

Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• Prepare internal financial statements and reporting packages
• Analyze financial performance, including margins, cost trends, and project-level profitability
• Develop short- and long-term cash flow forecasts
• Partner with external accounting firm on annual reviews and tax filings

Accounts Payable & Expense Management

• Oversee vendor invoice processing and weekly payment cycles
• Manage credit card reconciliations and expense reporting (SAP Concur)
• Review and approve AP batches prior to leadership submission
• Process employee expense reimbursements

Accounts Receivable & Billing

• Manage invoicing for service contracts and project-based work
• Track receivables and lead collections efforts
• Partner with operations to align billing with contract milestones

Payroll & Benefits Administration

• Own full payroll cycle (bi-weekly) including review, deductions, and tax compliance
• Administer 401(k) contributions and company match
• Manage health benefits enrollment, renewals, and employee changes
• Partner with brokers on annual benefits renewals and plan analysis

Treasury & Cash Management

• Perform bank reconciliations and monitor daily cash position
• Manage payment timing and liquidity planning
• Coordinate banking relationships, including standby letters of credit

Compliance & Corporate Operations

• Ensure compliance with local, state, and regulatory requirements
• Manage annual filings, insurance renewals, and COI requests
• Support audit preparation and external reporting requirements

Systems & Process Improvement

• Maintain and optimize accounting and financial systems
• Identify and implement process improvements across finance operations
• Utilize tools including QuickBooks Online, ADP Workforce Now, SAP Concur, and Microsoft 365

What You'll Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred)
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibility
• Prior experience in a Controller or Senior Accountant capacity
• Strong understanding of payroll and benefits administration (ADP experience preferred)
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Excel; experience with SAP Concur a plus
• Experience in project-based or construction accounting environments preferred
• Ability to operate independently in a hands-on environment
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interface across all levels of the organization