Controller - Atlanta - Perimeter

NorthPoint Search Group; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based incentives

Job summary

A growing small business in Atlanta is seeking a Controller to oversee month-end close and provide strategic financial insight. The role involves implementing processes, partnering with leadership, and delivering accurate financial reporting. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and 6+ years of relevant experience. This position offers a collaborative office environment and a competitive salary with performance-based incentives.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of accounting/finance experience, preferably in a small to midsize business.
• Deep experience with transitioning to scalable financial systems.
• Proven ability to build out reporting and planning functions from the ground up.

Responsibilities

• Own the month-end close process and preparation of GAAP-compliant financial statements.
• Conduct variance analysis and deliver actionable financial insights.
• Partner with leadership on strategic planning and cash flow forecasting.
• Lead contract reviews and assess financing opportunities.

Skills

Financial reporting

Strategic planning

Variance analysis

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

Controller - Atlanta

Who: A growing small business in Atlanta in need of its first formal Controller.

What: Oversee month-end close, financial reporting, and strategic planning.

When: Immediate need due to recent growth and operational scaling.

Where: Atlanta, GA (on-site or hybrid depending on candidate).

Why: The company is growing and needs accurate financial oversight and decision‑making support.

Office Environment: Entrepreneurial, collaborative, and hands‑on.

Salary: Competitive base salary with performance‑based incentives.

Position Overview

We’re helping a fast‑growing company in Atlanta hire a Controller to bring discipline, structure, and strategic financial insight to its accounting function. Reporting directly to the CEO, this is a high‑impact role where you’ll implement processes and provide financial leadership across operations, growth planning, and deal evaluation.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the month‑end close process and preparation of GAAP‑compliant financial statements
• Conduct variance analysis and deliver actionable financial insights
• Partner with leadership on strategic planning and cash flow forecasting
• Perform tenant credit and deal analysis for future contracts and partnerships
• Lead contract reviews and assess financing opportunities
• Transition the current bookkeeping‑heavy setup into a robust finance department
• Collaborate with external accountants, auditors, and bankers as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 6+ years of accounting/finance experience, preferably in a small to midsize business
• Deep experience with QuickBooks and transitioning to more scalable financial systems
• Proven ability to build out reporting and planning functions from the ground up
• Strong communication skills and ability to work directly with ownership and investors