Controller

CTDI; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

CTDI seeks a Controller to oversee accounting operations for a portfolio of companies. You will manage the general ledger, close processes, and reporting, ensuring accurate information and strong internal controls. Collaboration with external partners and tax/compliance support are key facets of the role.

You will lead variance analyses, budgeting, and process improvements while mentoring staff. A CPA isn’t required, but 5–8 years of progressive experience with GAAP and multi-entity accounting

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• CPA designation preferred but not required.
• 5–8 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably with small businesses or multi-entity environments.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, GL accounting, financial reporting, reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Experience managing accounting records for multiple entities or business units.
• Proficiency with accounting software, Microsoft Excel, and financial reporting tools.
• Payroll, sales tax, income tax support, insurance audits, and banking relationships a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the general ledger, books, and records with accurate, consistent entries.
• Manage month-, quarter-, and year-end close, including journals and reconciliations.
• Prepare balance sheets, income statements, cash flow, and other reports for each company.
• Maintain accounting policies, procedures, schedules, and documentation across entities.
• Monitor cash, intercompany activity, AP/AR, payroll, and bank reconciliations.
• Develop internal controls to safeguard assets and reduce risk.
• Coordinate with external accountants, tax advisors, auditors, banks, and insurers as needed.
• Support tax filings, audits, registrations, and regulatory reporting.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

General ledger accounting

Month-end close

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Financial reporting tools

Job description

The Controller will be responsible for overseeing the accounting operations, books, records, financial reporting, and internal controls for a portfolio of companies. This position will ensure accurate and timely financial information, maintain compliance with applicable accounting standards and tax requirements, and provide ownership and management with clear insight into each company’s financial performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the general ledger, books, and records, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and consistently.


• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and financial statement preparation.


• Prepare and review balance sheets, income statements, cash flow reports, and other financial reports for each company.


• Maintain appropriate accounting policies, procedures, schedules, and supporting documentation across all entities.


• Monitor cash balances, cash flow, intercompany activity, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, and bank reconciliations.


• Develop and maintain internal controls to safeguard assets, improve accuracy, and reduce financial risk.


• Coordinate with external accountants, tax advisors, auditors, banks, insurance providers, and other professional service partners as needed.


• Support tax filings, annual audits or reviews, business registrations, compliance reporting, and other regulatory requirements.


• Prepare budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses to help ownership understand financial results and plan for future needs.


• Identify process improvements, automation opportunities, and accounting system enhancements to improve efficiency and reporting quality.


• Supervise, train, or coordinate with bookkeeping, accounting, or administrative staff as applicable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.


• CPA designation preferred but not required.


• Minimum of 5–8 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably including experience with small businesses, multiple entities, or closely held companies.


• Strong knowledge of GAAP, general ledger accounting, financial reporting, reconciliations, and month-end close procedures.


• Experience managing accounting records for multiple legal entities, business units, or companies strongly preferred.


• Proficiency with accounting software, Microsoft Excel, and financial reporting tools.


• Experience with payroll, sales tax, income tax support, insurance audits, and banking relationships is a plus.

Skills and Competencies

• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.


• Ability to manage multiple companies, deadlines, priorities, and reporting requirements at the same time.


• Strong analytical, reconciliation, and problem-solving skills.


• Clear communication skills with the ability to explain financial results to non-accounting stakeholders.


• Hands-on approach with willingness to perform detailed accounting work as well as higher-level financial review.


• Integrity, discretion, and sound judgment when handling confidential financial information.


• Ability to work independently and take ownership of accounting processes from transaction entry through financial reporting.

CTDI is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. This policy applies to every aspect of employment at CTDI, including recruitment, hiring, training, advancement, and termination.

This position does not qualify for visa sponsorship.

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