Controller

Frederick Fox; Glenn Dale (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Frederick Fox in Glenn Dale, Maryland, is seeking a Controller to lead accounting for a profitable mid-size private company. The successful candidate will manage the monthly close process, ensure compliant financials using NetSuite, and develop the accounting team. A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is needed, along with CPA and over six years of progressive experience, including prior leadership roles. This position offers the opportunity to partner with senior leadership in driving the company's growth.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience, including Controller or Assistant Controller experience in a private company.
• Ability to build and maintain strong internal controls and audit readiness.
• Hands-on Controller looking for a new challenge.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close for financials.
• Drive automation as the NetSuite owner across financial functions.
• Hire, lead, and develop the accounting team.

Skills

NetSuite expertise

Communication skills

Leadership

Accounting policy development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA

Job description

Frederick Fox is hiring a Controller to lead accounting for a profitable, privately held mid-size company. This is the senior accounting leader in the business—owning the books, tightening controls, and using NetSuite for financial insights.

You’ll partner closely with the CFO and senior leadership, to assist in taking the company to the next level.

What you will do :

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close, ensuring accurate, GAAP-compliant financials and management reporting
• Serve as the NetSuite owner across GL, AP, AR, payroll, and revenue recognition—driving automation
• Build and maintain strong internal controls, accounting policies, and audit readiness; manage external auditors and tax advisors
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis in partnership with the CFO
• Deliver actionable insights through dashboards, KPIs, and trend analysis to support leadership decisions
• Hire, lead, and develop the accounting team—setting standards, accountability, and best practices

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred
• ~6+ years of progressive accounting experience, including Controller or Assistant Controller experience in a private company
• NetSuite expertise is a MUST
• Clear communicator who can translate financial detail into business-level insight
• Strong leader, who enjoys coaching and mentoring teams

If you’re a hands‑on Controller and are looking for a new challenge - apply now.