Controller Consultant

The Contract Controller is responsible for overseeing accounting operations financial reporting budgeting forecasting internal controls compliance and audit activities. Working closely with executive leadership this hands-on role ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial information while supporting strategic decision-making process improvements and organizational growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations including accounts payable payroll treasury management and general ledger activities.
• Manage the monthly quarterly and annual financial close processes and ensure timely accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements forecasts budgets and management reports.
• Partner with leadership to support financial planning budgeting forecasting and business decision-making.
• Monitor financial performance and provide variance analysis and recommendations.
• Develop implement and maintain accounting policies procedures and internal controls.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards tax requirements regulatory filings and company policies.
• Coordinate and manage external audits and relationships with accounting and tax partners.
• Research and resolve technical accounting matters as needed.
• Support debt covenant reporting incentive compensation calculations and other financial reporting requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency profitability and accounting processes.
• Lead special projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support organizational objectives.

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a related field required; MBA is a plus.
• CPA preferred.
• 10 years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP financial analysis budgeting forecasting internal controls and compliance.
• Experience managing month-end close audits tax reporting and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical organizational and problem-solving abilities with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities meet deadlines and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated leader with strong accountability initiative and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to work independently while effectively partnering with leadership and cross-functional teams.