Controller

Aris Amplify

Columbia (SC)

Hybrid

USD 49,396 - 202,700

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible schedule

Competitive salary

Job summary

A private equity-backed construction firm is seeking a Controller in Columbia, SC. The role involves preparing financial statements, managing accounts, and ensuring compliance with GAAP. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in accounting and strong analytical skills. This hybrid role offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

Five or more years of experience in accounting.
Solid understanding of GAAP and business analysis.
Experience with financial systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

Prepare and review journal entries and reconciliations.
Ensure accuracy of financial statements and reports.
Support budgeting and forecasting.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

QuickBooks Desktop

Sage Intacct

Microsoft Office

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

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Executive Director - Aris Amplify, Recruitment Services: Accounting & Finance, Sales & Marketing, HR & Executive Support, and Engineering & Operations

A private equity-backed construction firm is seeking a Controller to join its growing team. This role will play a key part in the month-end close process, financial reporting and maintaining the integrity of the company’s general ledger.

This is a hands-on opportunity for an accounting professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and wants to help shape financial processes as the company scales across the Southeastern United States.

Position Overview

This is a hybrid role based in Columbia, South Carolina, offering a flexible schedule with a mix of in-office collaboration and remote work. Compensation is competitive and includes a comprehensive benefits package aligned with the candidate’s experience.

Why Join?

This is a chance to join a growing, private equity-backed organization at a pivotal time. You will help build finance processes, work closely with leadership and have the opportunity to grow your responsibilities as the company expands.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations and supporting schedules for monthly, quarterly and annual close cycles.
Perform variance analysis and explain key financial results.
Ensure accuracy of the general ledger, financial statements and reports.
Support consolidation and intercompany accounting across multiple entities.
Prepare financial statements in compliance with US GAAP for internal and external stakeholders.
Collaborate with auditors to support audit and compliance requirements.
Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable, including invoicing and collections.
Provide backup for payroll processing and maintain payroll-related ledger accounts.
Assist with budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis.
Work cross-functionally with operations, finance and leadership to resolve accounting issues and support business initiatives.
Contribute to process improvements, automation efforts and ERP system enhancements.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent experience (typically five or more years).
CPA strongly preferred
Solid understanding of GAAP and business analysis
Experience with financial systems; QuickBooks Desktop and Sage Intacct are a plus.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to generate actionable insights.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate across teams.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with BI tools such as Power BI or Tableau preferred.
High integrity and discretion when working with sensitive financial information.

About Aris Amplify

This search is being led by Aris Amplify, a Charles Aris Inc. company. We connect top-tier talent with growth-focused companies across accounting and finance, engineering and operations, sales and marketing, and HR and executive support. We operate on a contingent basis and focus on efficient, personalized recruiting.

Learn more about our approach at charlesaris.com/aris-amplify-recruiting-services.

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