Corporate Controller

Atlantic Group; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Group is seeking a Controller to partner with the CFO in building a scalable finance organization amid growth and strategic acquisitions. This leadership role oversees core accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, treasury, internal controls, and audit coordination.

The ideal candidate will be a CPA with 10+ years in accounting/finance leadership, experience in professional services or project-based industries, and familiarity with acquisitions and ERP integration.

Qualifications

• CPA designation is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required; MBA is a plus.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting/finance leadership experience.
• Experience with acquisitions, integration of financial systems, and multi-entity environments.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the CFO to build and scale a scalable accounting function for a growing, multi-entity organization.
• Oversee core accounting operations: GL, close, financial reporting, payroll, cash management, and compliance.
• Support budgeting/forecasting, cash flow planning, and internal controls improvements.
• Lead M&A integration efforts, system harmonization, and standardization of accounting practices.
• Mentor and develop the accounting team to drive operational excellence and timely reporting.

Skills

Leadership & mentoring

Strategic partnering

Financial analysis

Communication

Education

CPA designation

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

MBA preferred

Tools

Deltek Vantagepoint

Job description

A rapidly growing, DC-based professional services firm is seeking a Controller to partner closely with the CFO in building a scalable finance organization amid continued growth and strategic acquisitions. This is a highly visible leadership role responsible for overseeing all core accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, treasury and cash management, internal controls, and audit coordination. The Controller will also play a critical role in M&A integration efforts, driving process standardization and strengthening financial infrastructure across newly acquired businesses.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with finance leadership to build and scale the accounting function in support of a growing, multi-entity organization.
• Oversee core accounting operations, including the general ledger, close process, financial reporting, payroll, cash management, and compliance.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow planning, and the implementation of strong internal controls and financial processes.
• Play a key role in acquisition integration efforts, including process harmonization, systems integration, and standardization of accounting practices.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team while driving operational excellence, process improvements, and timely, accurate financial reporting.

Ideal Candidates

• CPA designation required; bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required, with an MBA viewed favorably.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in accounting and finance leadership, including several years in a Controller, Assistant Controller, or similar management role.
• Background within professional services or project-based industries such as consulting, architecture, or engineering is preferred.
• Experience supporting acquisitions, integrating financial systems and processes, and improving accounting operations is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with Deltek Vantagepoint or comparable ERP/accounting platforms is a plus.