Controller

Grant-Shannon; Minnesota; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Grant-Shannon seeks an experienced Controller to oversee the organization’s financial operations, ensuring accurate reporting and strong internal controls. You will manage budgets, cash flow, and regulatory compliance while coordinating audits and delivering insights to guide strategic decisions.

The role requires 7+ years in accounting/finance, leadership experience, and deep GAAP knowledge. Proficiency with QuickBooks, NetSuite, and Sage Intacct, plus advanced Excel skills, is expected.

Qualifications

• Master's or higher in accounting/finance required.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance required.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience.
• At least 3 years in a leadership role.
• In-depth knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency with accounting software and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent leadership and communication abilities.
• Strong attention to detail with big-picture thinking.
• High ethical standards and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and oversee accurate financial reporting.
• Manage budgeting processes and monitor expenditures.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards.
• Implement and maintain internal controls.
• Manage cash flow to support operational needs.
• Coordinate and support audits.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks.
• Conduct financial analysis to guide strategic planning.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Ethics

Education

Master's degree in accounting/finance

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

QuickBooks

NetSuite

Sage Intacct

Excel

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

The Controller plays a critical role in overseeing the financial operations of the organization, ensuring accurate financial reporting, managing budgets, and maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements. This position is responsible for implementing and monitoring internal controls, coordinating audits, and analyzing financial data to support decision-making and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and oversee accurate financial reporting
• Manage budgeting processes and monitor expenditures
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards
• Implement and maintain internal controls
• Manage cash flow to support operational needs
• Coordinate and support audits
• Identify and mitigate financial risks
• Conduct financial analysis to guide strategic planning

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in accounting, finance, or related field required.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field required.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience.
• At least 3 years in a leadership role.
• In-depth knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, Sage Intacct) and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent leadership and communication abilities.
• Strong attention to detail while maintaining a big-picture perspective.
• High ethical standards and integrity.