Controller (8599)

Ebs Recruiters LLC; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Ebs Recruiters LLC seeks a hands-on Controller to oversee accounting and financial operations, ensuring GAAP compliance and accurate financial reporting. You will manage the general ledger, payroll, AP/AR, and month-end close while leading a small accounting team and partnering with the CFO on strategic decisions.

You will drive budgeting, forecasting, cash management, and process improvements in a privately held environment, balancing strategic work with detailed accounting tasks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressively responsible accounting and finance experience.
• Leadership experience in Controller/Accounting Manager roles preferred.
• Strong hands-on experience with general ledger, financial reporting, reconciliations, and close.
• Solid GAAP knowledge and financial statement preparation.
• Experience budgeting, forecasting, cash management and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting activities: GL, AP, AR, payroll, cash management.
• Maintain accurate records per GAAP and policies; post journals and reconciliations.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, year-end close; review financial statements and trends.
• Develop reporting, dashboards, KPIs; support budgeting and forecasting.
• Supervise accounting staff; drive process improvements and automation.
• Partner with CFO and leadership on strategic financial decisions.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

Leadership

Journal entries

Internal controls

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

QuickBooks

Job description

Controller Position Summary

The Controller is responsible for overseeing the company’s accounting and financial operations while remaining actively involved in the day-to-day accounting function. This position manages the integrity and accuracy of the general ledger, financial reporting, cash management, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, budgeting, and month-end close process. The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting leader who is comfortable preparing and reviewing journal entries and reconciliations, analyzing financial results, managing accounting staff, improving processes, and working directly with the CFO and other members of the leadership team. Experience in a privately held environment is highly valued, as the role requires flexibility, sound judgment, and the ability to move between strategic responsibilities and detailed accounting work.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Financial Operations

Manage and oversee all day-to-day accounting activities, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing,cash receipts, cash disbursements, payroll, and fixed assets. Maintain accurate and timely financial records in accordance with GAAP and company accounting policies. Prepare, review, and post journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and adjusting entries. Manage the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes. Review financial statements for accuracy, completeness, unusual activity, and trends.

Financial Reporting & Analysis

Provide management with timely and accurate financial reporting and analysis. Develop financial reports, dashboards, and key performance indicators to support business decisions. Prepare monthly management and investor reporting packages and provide explanations of significant variances and trends. Support business planning, budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.

Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable & Payroll

Oversee the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions and ensure timely processing and collections. Establish appropriate approval, documentation, and payment procedures. Monitor customer receivables, aging, collections, and credit issues. Review vendor balances and payment activity. Oversee payroll processing and related payroll tax filings and reconciliations. Ensure appropriate recording and reconciliation of payroll, benefits, and related liabilities.

Tax, Audit & Compliance

Coordinate with outside CPA firms, tax advisors, auditors, attorneys, and other professional advisors. Provide schedules, documentation, and financial information for annual tax filings and other external reporting requirements. Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements. Maintain appropriate internal controls and financial documentation.

Leadership & Process Improvement

Lead, supervise, and develop accounting personnel. Establish priorities and ensure accounting deadlines are consistently met. Identify opportunities to automate, streamline, and improve accounting processes. Evaluate accounting systems, reporting tools, and technology to improve efficiency and accuracy. Serve as a hands-on resource to the accounting team and step into transactional responsibilities when needed.

Business Partnership

Serve as a key financial resource to the President/CEO, ownership, and leadership team. Provide financial insight to support operational and strategic decisions. Assist with evaluating capital expenditures, investments, acquisitions, financing, and other business opportunities. Partner with operations, sales, purchasing, human resources, and other departments to improve financial performance. Maintain a high level of confidentiality regarding company financial information and ownership matters.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressively responsible accounting and finance experience.
• Prior Controller, Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager, or similar leadership experience preferred.
• Strong hands-on experience with general ledger accounting, financial reporting, reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial statement preparation.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, cash management, and financial analysis.
• Experience managing and developing accounting personnel.
• Strong Excel skills and experience with accounting/ERP systems.
• QuickBooks experience a plus.
• Experience working with outside CPA firm.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in a privately held or family-owned company.
• Experience working directly with the CFO and executive leadership team.
• CPA or CPA-track experience is a plus but not required.