Controller – Beverage Operations

stafffinancialgroup; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401K

Health benefits

Performance incentives

Employee assistance

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Staff Financial Group seeks a Controller in Atlanta to lead monthly close, financial reporting, budgeting, and operational finance for co-manufacturing operations.

The position supports audits, intercompany, consolidation, and process improvements while partnering with operations to strengthen controls and drive automation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• CPA preferred; US GAAP knowledge acceptable.
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience; public accounting a plus.
• Strong accounting theory and financial reporting knowledge.
• Advanced Excel skills and comfort with financial systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly close and journal entries.
• Maintain GL activities and internal controls.
• Prepare reporting packages and analyses for leadership.
• Perform variance analysis vs budgets/forecasts.
• Coordinate intercompany activity and consolidation.
• Support audits and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Team oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

Excel

Financial systems

Job description

Who: Seeking a Controller to oversee accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and operational finance.
What: Lead month-end close, manage GL, drive financial analysis, support audits, and partner with operations to improve processes.
When: Full-time, immediate hire.
Where: Atlanta, GA
Why: Ensure accurate financial reporting, strengthen controls, and support strategic business initiatives.
Office Environment: Fast-paced, collaborative, and mission-driven.
Salary: Commensurate with experience.

Job Description:
The Controller will lead monthly close, financial reporting, budgeting, and operational finance for co-manufacturing operations. Supports audits, intercompany, consolidation, and process improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounting Operations & Close

• Lead or support monthly close: journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and account analysis
• Maintain GL activities and internal controls
• Prepare reporting packages and financial analyses for leadership

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Perform variance analysis vs prior periods and budget/forecast
• Partner with operational leaders for finance insights
• Review financial statements and key account reasonableness

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead annual budgets and monthly forecasts
• Manage budget-to-actual reviews and communicate trends

Intercompany & Consolidation

• Coordinate intercompany activity and support consolidation
• Contribute to internal and external reporting needs

Audit, Compliance & Controls

• Support external auditors with documentation and issue resolution
• Ensure accounting complies with US GAAP (IFRS/ASPE exposure a plus)

Systems & Process Improvement

• Drive automation and process improvement initiatives
• Gain proficiency with financial and operational systems

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA preferred; experience with US GAAP, IFRS, or ASPE acceptable
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience; public accounting experience a plus
• Strong accounting theory and financial reporting knowledge
• Advanced Excel skills and comfort with financial/business systems

Key Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented with strategic thinking ability
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Organized, deadline-driven, and able to manage multiple priorities
• Self-motivated, independent, and team-oriented

Total Rewards:

• PTO & Paid Personal Time Off
• 401K
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurances
• Performance-Based Incentives
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Growth and Internal Mobility Opportunities

Controller in Atlanta managing accounting, GL, financial reporting, budgeting, audits, and operational finance.