Controller

TBG | The Bachrach Group; Florida; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bachrach Group is seeking a Controller CPA – Operations Accounting to lead the organization’s accounting operations, reporting to the Chief Accounting Officer, and ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance of financial processes in a fast-paced environment.

Based in Tamarac, Florida, this on-site role requires strategic, hands-on leadership, strong GAAP expertise, and the ability to drive process improvements, close management, and cross-functional collaboration with FP&A, Treasury, Tax

Qualifications

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Assist in the preparation of U.S. GAAP-compliant financial statements.
• Identify and implement process improvements in accounting operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations and ensure policy adherence.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls and SOX framework.
• Coordinate with external auditors and support audit processes.
• Collaborate with FP&A, Treasury, Tax and other cross-functional teams.
• Support system integrations, acquisitions, and changes in accounting processes.

Skills

Team leadership

U.S. GAAP

SOX/compliance

Journal entries

ERP systems

Variance analysis

Financial close

Tools

SAP ERP

NetSuite

Oracle

Job description

The Controller CPA – Operations Accounting will play a key leadership role in supporting the Chief Accounting Officer and senior finance leadership in managing the organization’s accounting operations. This position is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, timeliness, and compliance of the company’s accounting and financial reporting processes.

The ideal candidate is a strategic and hands-on accounting leader with strong technical expertise, a proven track record of managing complex accounting operations, and the ability to drive process improvements across the organization.

This is an on-site position based in Tamarac, Florida.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, supporting schedules, and other financial documentation.
• Assist in the preparation and review of U.S. GAAP-compliant financial statements.
• Analyze financial results and provide meaningful variance analysis and explanations to senior management.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger and sub-ledgers.
• Identify and resolve accounting issues in a timely and effective manner.

Accounting Operations

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations and ensure adherence to established accounting policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with internal accounting policies and the company’s SOX/internal controls framework.
• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
• Support the accounting and finance organization through system integrations, acquisitions, and changes in accounting processes or requirements.

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Maintain, strengthen, and continuously improve the organization’s internal control environment.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, applicable regulatory requirements, and company policies.
• Coordinate and prepare documentation and supporting schedules for internal and external audits.
• Partner with internal and external auditors to facilitate an efficient and successful audit process.
• Identify control gaps and recommend appropriate remediation and process improvements.

Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Lead, supervise, and mentor accounting team members, fostering a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
• Provide coaching, training, and professional development opportunities to support team performance and growth.
• Collaborate closely with FP&A, Operations, Treasury, Tax, and other cross-functional teams to support business objectives.
• Partner with the Chief Accounting Officer on strategic initiatives, special projects, and other ad hoc assignments.
• Serve as a trusted accounting advisor to management and key business stakeholders.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Leverage ERP systems and technology to enhance automation, reporting capabilities, data integrity, and operational efficiency.
• Participate in ERP upgrades, system implementations, integrations, and other