Controller – Beverage Operations

NorthPoint Search Group; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & Paid Personal Time Off

401K

Medical, Dental, Vision, andSupplement

Performance-Based Incentives

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Growth and Internal Mobility Opportun

Job summary

NorthPoint Search Group is seeking a Controller to oversee accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and operational finance for our Atlanta client. You will lead monthly close, manage the general ledger, and partner with operations to drive improvements and ensure accurate reporting.

The role requires 4+ years of accounting experience, US GAAP knowledge (IFRS/ASPE a plus), and strong analytical and communication skills. CPA preferred; viable for a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

US GAAP knowledge

Excel skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Deadline-driven

Problem solving

Team-oriented

Financial systems familiarity

Self-mmotivated

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP 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.

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
• 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
• 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.