Controller

Bell & Associates, Inc.; Reynoldsburg (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Bell & Associates, Inc. seeks a Controller to lead accounting operations, reporting, budgeting, and internal controls from Reynoldsburg, OH. The role supports the CFO and leadership with strategic financial insights and ensures accuracy and timeliness of financial information.

The successful candidate will manage the finance team, drive budgeting and forecasting, and coordinate audits while maintaining compliance with GAAP and regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA certification is required.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and accounting principles.
• Experience with financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls.
• Proficiency with Excel and accounting/financial systems.
• Leadership and communication skills; able to work with senior leadership.
• Knowledge of corporate accounting policies and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting operations and timely financial statements.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis.
• Maintain internal controls and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate audits, tax filings, and external reporting.
• Oversee consolidated financial reporting and intercompany reconciliations.
• Monitor cash flow, debt, and banking activities.
• Support inventory controls and physical counts.
• Develop accounting policies and procedures.
• Lead and develop the finance team.
• Partner with CFO and leadership to provide financial insights.
• Manage relationships with auditors, tax advisors, bankers.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budgeting & forecasting

Internal controls

Excel

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA certification

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

The Controller oversees the company’s accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls. This role ensures accurate and timely financial information, compliance with applicable regulations, and effective financial processes while supporting the CFO and leadership team in strategic decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting operations and the preparation of accurate, timely financial statements and reports.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and reporting of performance against plans.
• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulations, and company policies.
• Coordinate annual audits, tax filings, financial reviews, and other external reporting requirements.
• Oversee consolidated financial reporting, including intercompany transactions and related reconciliations.
• Monitor cash flow, debt, banking activities, and compliance with financial covenants.
• Support inventory controls, physical inventory counts, and financial reviews as needed.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Lead, develop, and support the accounting and finance team, including hiring and performance management.
• Partner with the CFO and other leaders to provide financial insights and support business decisions.
• Manage relationships with auditors, tax advisors, bankers, and other financial partners.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• CPA certification required.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and accounting principles.
• Experience with financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting/financial systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of corporate accounting policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.