Controller

Vaco; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco is seeking an experienced Controller to lead all accounting and financial operations. You will own financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, compliance, and the development of scalable accounting processes to support growth.

You will partner with executives to provide financial insights and drive informed decision-making, oversee audits and regulatory filings, and lead a team of accounting professionals to deliver timely and accurate financial information.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including leadership responsibility.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience managing budgets, forecasting, and cash flow.
• Proven ability to lead teams and drive process improvements.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all accounting and finance functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and financial reporting.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Manage the month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Develop and monitor budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections.
• Analyze financial results and provide actionable recommendations to leadership.
• Maintain and improve internal controls, accounting policies, and business processes.
• Coordinate annual audits, tax filings, and other external reporting requirements.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.
• Manage banking relationships, treasury activities, and cash management.
• Partner with department leaders to support operational and strategic initiatives.
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff while fostering a collaborative team environment.
• Assist with system implementations, process improvements, and financial technology initiatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Leadership experience

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA preferred

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Controller to lead all accounting and financial operations of the organization. This individual will be responsible for financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, compliance, and the development of accounting processes that support business growth. The Controller will serve as a key business partner to executive leadership, providing financial insights and recommendations to drive informed decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all accounting and finance functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and financial reporting.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Manage the month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Develop and monitor budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections.
• Analyze financial results and provide actionable recommendations to leadership.
• Maintain and improve internal controls, accounting policies, and business processes.
• Coordinate annual audits, tax filings, and other external reporting requirements.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.
• Manage banking relationships, treasury activities, and cash management.
• Partner with department leaders to support operational and strategic initiatives.
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff while fostering a collaborative team environment.
• Assist with system implementations, process improvements, and financial technology initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including leadership responsibility.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience managing budgets, forecasting, and cash flow.
• Proven ability to lead teams and drive process improvements.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in manufacturing, construction, healthcare, professional services, or other complex operational environments.
• Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, Sage, Dynamics 365, SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms.
• Prior experience partnering directly with executive leadership.