Controller

Charles Aris Inc.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm located in Birmingham, AL, seeks a Controller to lead financial and operational functions. The ideal candidate will manage key accounting processes, including financial reporting and budgeting, ensuring compliance with GAAP. Responsibilities also encompass cash flow management and process improvements within the finance team. This role requires strong leadership skills to support profitability and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• The Controller is a hands-on financial and operational leader responsible for overseeing core accounting functions.
• Manages financial reporting, month-end close process, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Works cross-functionally with leadership to evaluate revenue performance, margins, pricing, and operational productivity.
• Oversees accounts receivable, cash flow management, and audits.

Job description

Overview

The Controller is a hands-on financial and operational leader responsible for overseeing core accounting functions while partnering with executive leadership to support profitability, operational efficiency and strategic growth. This role manages financial reporting, the month-end close process, budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis while ensuring GAAP compliance and strong internal controls. The position works cross-functionally with leadership to evaluate revenue performance, margins, pricing and operational productivity while providing insights to support key business decisions. Responsibilities also include overseeing accounts receivable, cash flow management, audits, external financial relationships and improving ERP systems, reporting capabilities and financial processes to strengthen overall financial operations.

Location

Birmingham, AL

Responsibilities

• The Controller is a hands-on financial and operational leader responsible for overseeing core accounting functions while partnering with executive leadership to support profitability, operational efficiency and strategic growth.
• Manages financial reporting, the month-end close process, budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis while ensuring GAAP compliance and strong internal controls.
• Works cross-functionally with leadership to evaluate revenue performance, margins, pricing and operational productivity while providing insights to support key business decisions.
• Oversees accounts receivable, cash flow management, audits, external financial relationships and improves ERP systems, reporting capabilities and financial processes to strengthen overall financial operations.