Controller

The Controller is a senior finance leader responsible for overseeing all accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance. This role ensures accurate and timely financial statements, manages cash flow, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and banking activities, while maintaining strong proficiency across modern financial and payroll systems. The Controller will leverage tools including QuickBooks, Square, payroll platforms, banking portals, and related financial applications to drive efficiency, accuracy, and strategic financial insights.

Key Responsibilities
Oversee the full accounting cycle, including general ledger, month-end and year-end close processes, reconciliations, and preparation of accurate financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow). Manage and process payroll using various payroll applications and systems; ensure compliance with tax regulations, deductions, benefits, and reporting requirements.
Maintain and optimize accounting software, with primary responsibility for QuickBooks (or similar platforms), including chart of accounts setup, journal entries, bank feeds, and custom reporting. Handle payment processing, merchant services, and sales reconciliation through Square and other POS/payment platforms.
Manage banking relationships and daily operations across online banking portals and financial apps—cash management, transfers, wire payments, positive pay, account reconciliations, and fraud monitoring. Oversee accounts payable and receivable, vendor management, invoicing, collections, and expense tracking using integrated financial tools.
Implement and enforce internal controls, policies, and procedures to safeguard company assets and ensure regulatory compliance (GAAP, tax laws, etc.). Prepare budgets, forecasts, variance analyses, and management reports; support strategic decision-making with data from financial systems.
Coordinate with external auditors, tax preparers, and banking partners; assist with audits, tax filings, and financial reviews. Continuously evaluate and improve processes by integrating payroll apps, QuickBooks, Square, banking platforms, and other financial software for seamless data flow and automation.
Supervise and mentor accounting/finance staff as applicable; provide training on financial systems and best practices. Monitor cash flow, liquidity, and working capital; recommend strategies to optimize financial performance.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA, CMA, or equivalent preferred). 5+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, with at least 2–3 years in a Controller, Assistant Controller, or senior accounting role.
Proven hands-on expertise with: QuickBooks (Desktop and/or Online) – advanced proficiency required.
Square (or similar payment/POS platforms) for sales, payments, and reconciliation. Multiple payroll applications and systems (processing, reporting, compliance).
Online banking portals and financial apps for cash management, reconciliations, and transactions. Broader financial software ecosystem (Excel advanced functions/PivotTables, ERP systems, expense tools, etc.).
Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, and tax compliance. Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders.Preferred Skills & Attributes Experience integrating and automating workflows across QuickBooks, payroll platforms, Square, banking systems, and other financial apps.
Familiarity with additional tools such as bill-pay platforms, expense management software, or advanced reporting/BI tools. Strong leadership and team-building capabilities.
High integrity, confidentiality, and commitment to accuracy and compliance.

Pay: $100,000.00 - $121,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• 403(b)
• AD&D insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Fuel discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Remote