Controller - Alpharetta

Confidential Employer; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

17 days PTO prorated

Bonus eligibility

Job summary

Confidential Employer in Alpharetta, GA is seeking a hands-on Controller to own the full accounting lifecycle and optimize ERP systems for a fast-growth environment.

The role requires CPA, 10+ years of accounting, and strong ERP experience. You will lead month-end close, reporting, and internal controls while driving process improvements and multi-state tax compliance in a dynamic, in-office setting.

Qualifications

• CPA required.
• 10+ years of accounting experience.
• Experience in high-growth environments (required).
• Strong ERP and systems experience (required).
• Advanced Excel skills with heavy daily usage (required).
• Strong technical accounting knowledge.
• Experience with audits and external partners.
• Experience with revenue reporting and process improvement.
• Strong leadership, organization, and execution skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting operations including GL, AP/AR, payroll, and reporting.
• Manage month-end close and financial reporting processes.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and strong internal controls.
• Develop and improve accounting policies and procedures.
• Optimize ERP system usage and reporting capabilities.
• Support audits and work with external accounting partners.
• Oversee multi-state compliance and tax processes.
• Support system improvements and integrations.
• Lead and develop a high-performing accounting team.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Leadership

GAAP knowledge

Internal controls

Audits experience

Revenue reporting

Process improvement

Multistate compliance

Education

CPA

Tools

ERP systems

Financial reporting tools

Job description

Controller - Alpharetta

Who:

A rapidly scaling, acquisition-driven organization is seeking a hands-on Controller with strong technical expertise and experience in high-growth environments.

What:

This role will own the full accounting lifecycle while optimizing ERP systems, enhancing reporting, and supporting operational scalability.

When:

This opportunity is available immediately due to continued growth and acquisition activity.

Where:

This is a fully in-office position based in Alpharetta, GA requiring daily on-site presence.

Why:

The company is investing in strengthening its accounting infrastructure and needs a leader to improve processes, reporting, and system capabilities.

Office Environment:

This is a demanding, fast-paced, high-growth, in-office environment requiring strong leadership, attention to detail, and the ability to manage heavy workloads.

Salary:

Base salary up to $160,000 +/- plus up to 20% bonus, 401(k) match of 100% on the first 3% and 50% on the next 2%, and 17 days PTO prorated in the first year.

Position Overview:

The Controller will lead accounting operations, ensure accurate financial reporting, and drive system and process improvements in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead all accounting operations including GL, AP/AR, payroll, and reporting
• Manage month-end close and financial reporting processes
• Ensure GAAP compliance and strong internal controls
• Develop and improve accounting policies and procedures
• Optimize ERP system usage and reporting capabilities
• Support audits and work with external accounting partners
• Oversee multi-state compliance and tax processes
• Support system improvements and integrations
• Lead and develop a high-performing accounting team

Qualifications:

• CPA required
• 10+ years of accounting experience
• Experience in high-growth environments (required)
• Strong ERP and systems experience (required)
• Advanced Excel skills with heavy daily usage (required)
• Strong technical accounting knowledge
• Experience with audits and external partners
• Experience with revenue reporting and process improvement
• Strong leadership, organization, and execution skills