Controller

NorthPoint Search Group; Roswell (GA); On-site; USD 144,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

NorthPoint Search Group is seeking a Financial Controller who will oversee accounting operations and supervise HR functions in Roswell, GA. This full-time, permanent role focuses on accurate financial reporting, compliance, and workforce cost management within a construction-focused organization.

The position offers a competitive salary up to $160k, with responsibilities spanning payroll, benefits oversight, and cost analysis for field and project-based employees.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA or advanced degree preferred.
• 7+ years of accounting or finance experience with exposure to HR or payroll functions.
• Construction or project-based industry experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of payroll systems, benefits administration, and compliance requirements.
• Experience with QuickBooks Online or similar accounting platforms.
• Advanced Excel and ERP system experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee payroll, accruals, and reconciliations using QuickBooks Online.
• Supervise HR processes including payroll administration, benefits oversight, and compliance.
• Partner with leadership on compensation and benefits cost analysis for field and project-based employees.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws, tax regulations, and internal controls.
• Develop and maintain financial reporting and forecasting models related to workforce costs.
• Support audits related to payroll, benefits, and employee-related expenses.
• Analyze workforce metrics to support strategic decision-making.

Skills

Financial reporting

HR/payroll coordination

Cross-functional collaboration

Workforce analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA or advanced degree preferred

Tools

QuickBooks Online

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

What: Financial Controller who will oversee HR

When: This is an immediate need for a full-time, permanent position.

Where: Roswell, GA

Why: This position is being added to support company growth and strengthen oversight across both financial and HR operations.

Salary: Up to $160k

Position Overview

The Controller is responsible for leading accounting operations while supervising HR functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance, and effective workforce cost management within a construction-focused organization.

• Oversee general accounting operations including payroll, accruals, and reconciliations using QuickBooks Online
• Supervise HR processes including payroll administration, benefits oversight, and compliance
• Partner with leadership on compensation and benefits cost analysis for field and project-based employees
• Ensure compliance with labor laws, tax regulations, and internal controls
• Develop and maintain financial reporting and forecasting models related to workforce costs
• Support audits related to payroll, benefits, and employee-related expenses
• Analyze workforce metrics to support strategic decision-making

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA or advanced degree preferred
• 7+ years of accounting or finance experience with exposure to HR or payroll functions
• Construction or project-based industry experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of payroll systems, benefits administration, and compliance requirements
• Experience with QuickBooks Online or similar accounting platforms
• Advanced Excel and ERP system experience

Excellent communication skills with ability to lead and collaborate cross-functionally