Controller

NorthBay Recruiter; Sonoma (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

NorthBay Recruiter seeks an experienced Corporate Controller to lead accounting operations for a multi-entity organization. Reporting to the CFO, you will oversee a team, manage closes, and ensure accurate consolidated statements, internal controls, and timely reporting across units.

You will drive process improvements, automate where possible, and collaborate with executive leadership. A strong background in US GAAP, tax compliance, and lender requirements is essential, with 10+ years in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• CPA preferred and public accounting background advantageous.
• Proven leadership of accounting teams in a multi-entity environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting operations, monthly/quarterly/annual close processes, and consolidated financial statements.
• Ensure US GAAP compliance and accurate financial reporting across business units.
• Manage debt covenant calculations, lender reporting, and external audits.
• Strengthen internal controls and partner with leadership to drive process improvements and automation.

Skills

US GAAP

Financial reporting

Debt covenant calculations

Lender compliance

Advanced Excel

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

ERP system

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Corporate Controller to lead accounting operations, financial reporting, and compliance for a complex, multi-entity organization. Reporting directly to the CFO, this individual will oversee and develop a team of accounting professionals while managing monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, consolidated financial statements, general ledger integrity, budgeting support, external audits, lender reporting, and debt covenant compliance. Additional responsibilities include overseeing billing and revenue recognition, accounts receivable, tax compliance, internal controls, and ensuring accurate and timely financial information across multiple business units.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least five years in a Controller or Assistant Controller capacity, and a proven track record of leading and developing accounting teams. Strong knowledge of US GAAP, financial reporting, debt covenant calculations, and lender compliance is essential, along with advanced Excel skills and experience with a sophisticated ERP system. A CPA, public accounting background, and experience in a high-volume business are preferred. The successful candidate will be a hands-on, strategic leader with strong analytical and communication skills, a commitment to process improvement and automation, and the ability to strengthen financial controls, streamline operations, and partner effectively with executive leadership and cross-functional teams.