Controller (8597)
- Direct Hire
- Location
- United States
Controller
Position Overview: We are seeking a hands-on Controller to lead accounting and financial operations for a growing organization. This role will be responsible for strengthening financial reporting, forecasting, cash management, systems, and internal processes while serving as a strategic partner to leadership.
The ideal candidate is a strong accounting leader who enjoys building and improving processes, developing teams, leveraging technology, and working cross-functionally to support business growth.
This position is remote eligible for candidates located in the St. Louis area.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead accounting, financial reporting, forecasting, cash management, and financial analysis.
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Ensure accurate, timely financial reporting and provide actionable insights to leadership.
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Strengthen cash forecasting, working capital visibility, and overall financial discipline.
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Lead, develop, and mentor the accounting and finance team.
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Improve accounting systems, reporting, automation, and scalable processes.
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Partner with Sales, Operations, HR, and other teams to support business decision-making.
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Develop and maintain strong financial controls, policies, and procedures.
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Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and operational effectiveness.
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Support integration of acquisitions and development of repeatable financial processes.
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Provide oversight and guidance across broader shared-service functions as needed.
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Remain hands-on with accounting and finance activities while balancing strategic leadership responsibilities.
Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field required.
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Progressive finance leadership experience as a Controller, Director of Finance, VP of Finance, or similar role.
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Strong accounting, financial reporting, forecasting, and cash management experience.
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Experience building, developing, or improving finance teams and processes.
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Strong systems and technology orientation with experience implementing automation and process improvements.
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Experience in a growing, entrepreneurial, or mid-sized organization preferred.
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Strong analytical, leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
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Acquisition or integration experience preferred.
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Experience with QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar ERP/accounting systems preferred.
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Hands-on, proactive leadership style with the ability to operate both strategically and tactically.