Controller

Ledgent; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Medical benefits

PTO

Holidays

Retirement plan

Career growth

Job summary

Ledgent seeks an experienced Controller to lead the month-end close, SEC reporting, and technical accounting across multiple entities. The role requires deep U.S. GAAP knowledge and hands-on experience in a public company environment.

This position partners with executives and external auditors, mentoring accounting staff and driving process improvements while ensuring accurate financial reporting in a fast-paced setting. Remote role with Florida preference.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience in a publicly traded company.
• Hands-on experience preparing or reviewing SEC filings (10-Q, 10-K, 8-K).
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting.
• Multi-entity accounting experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file SEC filings (10-Q, 10-K, 8-K) and assist with external reporting.
• Research, document, and implement technical accounting policies and guidance.
• Lead month-end close, GL activity, and reconciliations across entities.
• Oversee AP/AR and treasury-driven accounting responsibilities.
• Coordinate audits with external auditors and tax advisors.
• Mentor and develop accounting staff; drive process improvements.

Skills

SEC filings

Public company

U.S. GAAP

Multi-entity accounting

Leadership/mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA certification preferred

Job description

Location: Remote (Florida Preferred, Southeast Florida Strongly Preferred)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Industry: Publicly Traded Company

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and hands‑on Controller to join our growing accounting team. This role will be responsible for overseeing the month-end close process, SEC reporting, technical accounting matters, financial reporting, and general ledger operations across multiple entities. The ideal candidate brings a strong blend of public accounting and corporate accounting experience, has a deep understanding of U.S. GAAP, and is comfortable operating in a fast-paced public company environment.

This position will partner closely with executive leadership, external auditors, tax advisors, and cross‑functional teams to ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance, and process improvements. The successful candidate will also lead and mentor accounting staff while driving accounting best practices across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

SEC Reporting & Financial Reporting

• Prepare and review SEC filings, including Forms 10-Q, 10-K, and 8-K.
• Assist with quarterly and annual financial reporting requirements for a publicly traded company.
• Ensure compliance with SEC regulations, U.S. GAAP, and company accounting policies.
• Support the preparation of financial statements, disclosures, and footnotes.
• Coordinate audit schedules and supporting documentation for external auditors.

Technical Accounting & Compliance

• Research, document, and implement technical accounting guidance and policies.
• Evaluate accounting treatment for complex transactions and new business initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with evolving accounting standards and reporting requirements.
• Partner with leadership on accounting implications of strategic initiatives and acquisitions.

General Accounting & Month-End Close

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Oversee general ledger activity and account reconciliations.
• Review and approve journal entries, accruals, prepaids, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Manage fixed assets, depreciation, lease accounting, and related reporting.
• Ensure timely and accurate revenue recognition and revenue booking activities.
• Maintain clean and accurate financial records and drive accounting process improvements.

Operational Accounting Oversight

• Oversee AP and AR functions and ensure controls and procedures are operating effectively.
• Monitor cash activity and support treasury-related accounting responsibilities.
• Manage multi-entity accounting activities and consolidations.
• Support process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.

Audit & Tax Coordination

• Serve as the primary liaison for external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audits.
• Prepare audit support schedules and coordinate audit requests.
• Partner with outside tax advisors to support tax filings and compliance requirements.
• Assist with internal control documentation and audit readiness initiatives.

Leadership

• Manage, mentor, and develop accounting team members.
• Establish performance expectations and support employee growth and development.
• Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• Minimum 7+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong experience within a publicly traded company environment.
• Hands‑on experience preparing or reviewing SEC filings (10-Q, 10-K, and 8-K).
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Multi-entity accounting experience required

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA strongly preferred.
• Big Four public accounting experience highly desirable.
• Big Four experience combined with in‑house corporate accounting experience is a significant plus.
• Public accounting audit background preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

In addition to a competitive compensation package, we offer an exceptional benefits program, including:

• Employer-paid medical benefits (100% company paid)
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• Extensive PTO program
• Paid holidays
• Retirement savings plan
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Fully remote work environment with flexibility
• Collaborative and employee-focused culture

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic public company where you'll play a key role in financial reporting, technical accounting, and operational excellence. You'll have significant visibility across the organization, work alongside talented leadership, and help shape the future of a growing accounting function.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.