Controller

PACE Staffing Alternatives; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency in St. Louis is seeking a Controller to oversee accounting functions and provide strategic financial insights. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of progressive accounting experience and strong problem-solving abilities. This full-time role requires exceptional communication and a proactive mindset to drive process improvements within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.
• Strong communication skills and ability to partner effectively across teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the accounting function including financial reporting.
• Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency.
• Partner with leadership to provide insights for strategic decision-making.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Process improvement

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

Job description

Overview

Controller position with responsibility for overseeing the accounting function and providing strategic financial insights.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the accounting function, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reporting.
• Drive process improvements and implement best practices to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
• Partner with leadership to provide insights and analysis to support strategic decision-making.
• Maintain and optimize the use of the ERP system for financial processes and reporting.
• Ensure timely and accurate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closes.
• Monitor internal controls and assist in developing policies and procedures.
• Participate in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• 5-10+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.
• Highly adaptable, agile, and comfortable in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to partner effectively across teams.
• Demonstrated track record of improving processes.

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing

Industries

• Accounting