Controller

Overview

The Contract Controller will provide hands‑on leadership across accounting operations with a primary focus on improving processes, increasing efficiency, and strengthening controls. This role is ideal for a results‑driven finance leader who can quickly assess current‑state operations, identify gaps, and implement scalable solutions in a fast‑paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day‑to‑day accounting operations including GL, month‑end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Assess existing accounting processes to identify inefficiencies, control gaps, and opportunities for automation and standardization.
• Design and implement streamlined workflows to improve close timelines, data accuracy, and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Partner with FP&A, operations, and leadership to ensure financial processes align with business objectives.
• Improve documentation, policies, and procedures to support consistency, audit readiness, and knowledge transfer.
• Strengthen internal controls and ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies.
• Support system enhancements, ERP optimization, and reporting improvements as needed.
• Provide mentorship and hands‑on support to accounting staff during transition or transformation periods.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including Controller or Assistant Controller responsibilities.
• Proven experience driving process improvement, close acceleration, or accounting transformations.
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and financial systems/ERPs.
• Ability to quickly ramp up, operate independently, and deliver measurable results in a contract environment.
• Manufacturing, distribution, or multi‑entity experience preferred.