Controller

Applied Resource Group; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

A large multi-location services organization is seeking an experienced Controller to lead financial operations across multiple business units. This role involves overseeing all accounting functions, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing financial insights to drive operational decisions. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree, CPA, and extensive experience in finance leadership.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience.
• 10+ years in leadership roles.
• Experience in high-volume or service-based industries.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting and financial reporting activities.
• Manage the full close cycle across multiple entities.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Supervise distributed teams for consistency and accountability.
• Manage the audit process and serve as the primary contact for external auditors.

Skills

Financial reporting

Leadership

GAAP compliance

Accounts Payable optimization

ERP systems proficiency

Education

Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA

Tools

Oracle

SAP

NetSuite

Excel

Job description

Applied Resource Group provided pay range

This range is provided by Applied Resource Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$200,000.00/yr - $225,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

Overview

A large, multi-location services organization is seeking an experienced Controller to lead financial operations across multiple business units. This role is responsible for overseeing all core accounting functions, ensuring accurate and timely reporting, and enabling strategic decision-making in a complex, fast-moving environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting and financial reporting activities, ensuring compliance with US GAAP and internal control standards.
• Manage the full close cycle (monthly, quarterly, annual) across multiple legal entities, including consolidated reporting to executive leadership.
• Partner with FP&A to lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Supervise distributed teams, including a combination of in-house and shared service center personnel, to drive consistency and accountability.
• Lead optimization of Accounts Payable processes, enhancing efficiency, vendor relationships, and working capital outcomes.
• Support financial integration efforts following acquisitions, ensuring alignment of systems, controls, and processes.
• Manage the audit process and serve as the primary contact for external audit partners.
• Implement process improvements and system enhancements to support scalability and accuracy.
• Provide data-driven financial insights to support operational planning, vendor negotiations, and investment decisions.
• Ensure compliance with SOX and maintain a strong internal control framework.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA required.
• 20+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience, including 10+ years in leadership roles.
• Background in complex, multi-entity environments; experience in high-volume or service-based industries preferred.
• Proven track record managing geographically dispersed accounting teams.
• Strong technical foundation in accounting, consolidations, and operational finance.
• Demonstrated success in AP process improvements and efficiency gains.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, NetSuite) and advanced Excel capabilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to partner effectively across business functions.

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing

Industries

Business Consulting and Services and Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage