Controller

TBG | The Bachrach Group; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Paid vacation

Four-day work week (Monday–Thursday)

Job summary

A leading staffing and consulting firm located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida is seeking an experienced accounting manager to oversee the close processes and manage accounting staff. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of continuous accounting experience, preferably as a CPA, and demonstrate strong leadership abilities. This role requires effective communication, proficiency in Oracle NetSuite and MS Excel, and a proactive approach to managing financial reporting and compliance. Benefits include health insurance and a four-day work week.

Qualifications

• 5 years of continuous accounting experience.
• Ability to understand and analyze technical accounting guidance.
• Prior experience with SEC reporting and external audits.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Review journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

MS Excel proficiency

Effective communication

Education

Certified Public Accountant (preferred)

Tools

Oracle NetSuite

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

These are functions that a qualified applicant must be able to perform the following:

• Manage and oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial statements.
• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Review staff work to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to deadlines.
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, and training of accounting personnel.
• Identify opportunities to enhance the month-end and account reconciliation processes for greater efficiency and accuracy.
• Work closely and directly with external auditors in the execution of the audit and quarterly reviews, as it relates to the SEC filings, supporting documentation, and SOX compliance.
• Ensure maintenance of and compliance with appropriate internal controls and financial procedures in compliance with SOX, including recommendations for improvements.
• Maintain balance sheet account reconciliations and record adjusting journal entries as needed.
• MS Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and V-Lookups required.
• Build and maintain cross-functional and collaborative relationships with colleagues across Accounting, Operational Departments, Legal, Procurement, IT and others.
• Perform special analysis and projects as requested.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff, including performance management and career development.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• The minimum related experience required for this position is 5 years of continuous accounting experience.
• Certified Public Accountant preferred.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Knowledge of accounting and an understanding of general ledger accounts, including reconciliation and analysis.
• Experience with Oracle NetSuite strongly preferred.
• Ability to understand, interpret and analyze technical accounting guidance.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, management, and external customers.
• Ability to perform analysis on general ledger and other financial information.
• Strong decision-making skills including the ability to extrapolate from written procedures and policies.
• Effective organizational skills and time management skills are necessary.
• Must have high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations.
• Prior experience with SEC reporting, SOX compliance, and external audits.

DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS

• A drive to succeed in a team environment.
• Intellectual curiosity and desire to understand “why.”
• Self-starter with the ability to problem-solve who is self-motivated and willing to take the initiative to identify and complete tasks independently.
• A proactive approach to problem identification and remediation solutions.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills; strategic thinker.
• Ability to lead and coordinate a complete project from inception to completion, incorporating feedback from multiple sources and stakeholders, including ability to manage tight deadlines and interpret operational needs.
• Excellent written, presentation and verbal communication skills; strong interpersonal skills are essential to work with all levels of management, peers and subordinates.
• Highly driven and self-motivated, with a hands‑on approach to ensure high‑quality deliverables are produced timely.
• Ability to multi‑task, prioritize competing projects, and manage requests/assignments in a timely manner.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and working knowledge of accounting software systems.
• Financial Reporting and Audit experience
• Experience with Footnote disclosures and assist with quarterly close

FEATURED BENEFITS

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid vacation
• Four-day work week (Monday–Thursday) onsite