Corporate Controller

Employee Relations Associates, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

TalentBridge partners with a well-established organization in Charlotte, NC, recruiting a Corporate Controller to lead accounting operations, drive financial reporting, and partner with executives on strategic initiatives.

The role demands a hands-on accounting leader who improves processes, strengthens controls, and builds high-performing teams in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required; master's preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including corporate accounting leadership.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and complex reporting experience.
• Experience with month-end close, treasury, and working capital management.
• Proven ability to improve accounting processes and leverage technology.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee accounting operations (GL, AP, AR, payroll, inventory, revenue).
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close and ensure timely reporting.
• Prepare and present financial statements and analyses to leadership.
• Oversee treasury, cash management, and working capital.
• Establish and improve internal controls and policies for accuracy and efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to automate and streamline processes.
• Partner with business leaders to provide financial insights and drive performance.
• Lead audits, tax initiatives, and regulatory compliance.
• Develop, mentor, and lead accounting team members.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Master's degree preferred

CPA certification

Tools

Excel

Job description

TalentBridge is partnering with a well-established, industry-leading organization in Charlotte, NC, to identify an experienced Corporate Controller to lead its accounting operations and support continued growth.

This is an exciting opportunity for a hands‑on accounting leader who thrives in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment and enjoys driving operational efficiencies, strengthening financial controls, and developing high‑performing teams.

The Corporate Controller will serve as a key member of the finance leadership team, overseeing day‑to‑day accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and partnering with executive leadership on strategic financial initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, collections, payroll, inventory, and revenue accounting.

• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.

• Prepare and present financial statements, management reports, and financial analyses to executive leadership.

• Oversee treasury activities, cash management, working capital, and financial compliance reporting.

• Establish, maintain, and enhance internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures to ensure financial accuracy and operational efficiency.

• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes through automation, technology, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Partner cross‑functionally with business leaders to provide financial insights, support strategic initiatives, and drive operational performance.

• Lead financial audits, tax‑related initiatives, and other regulatory or compliance requirements.

• Develop, mentor, and lead accounting team members while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required; master's degree preferred.

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including demonstrated leadership within a corporate accounting environment.

• Strong technical accounting knowledge and experience overseeing complex accounting operations and financial reporting.

• Experience managing month‑end close, financial controls, treasury, and working capital.

• Proven ability to improve accounting processes, implement efficiencies, and leverage technology to support organizational growth.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, VLOOKUP, and SUMIF functions.

• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills with the ability to partner effectively across departments.

• Experience with financial planning and reporting tools preferred.

• CPA certification and/or prior public accounting experience highly preferred.

• A proactive, adaptable leadership style with a hands‑on approach and a commitment to developing teams.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join an established, highly respected organization with a strong reputation and continued growth.

• Play a critical leadership role with direct exposure to executive management.

• Opportunity to influence accounting operations, process improvements, and financial strategy.

• Collaborative, team‑oriented culture that values innovation, professional development, and employee engagement.

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

• Modern corporate headquarters with exceptional on‑site amenities.

If you are an experienced accounting leader looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a growing organization, we would love to connect!

TalentBridge employees are eligible for many benefit offerings such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short term disability, 401(k) and holiday pay!