Corporate Controller

CAROLINA PRG; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Carolina PRG is partnering with a growing service-based organization looking for an experienced Corporate Controller to lead its accounting operations and financial reporting.

The role oversees accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, inventory, revenue accounting, treasury, and reporting. A CPA is required, and prior exposure to recurring revenue is preferred. The candidate will drive automation and controls to scale as the company grows.

Qualifications

• CPA certification and strong accounting background required.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience with oversight of accounting operations.
• Experience with AP, AR, payroll, inventory, revenue accounting, and treasury.
• Strong knowledge of month-end close and financial reporting.
• Experience in a recurring revenue environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the company's accounting operations (GL, AP, AR, payroll, inventory, revenue accounting).
• Manage monthly close, journal entries, reconciliations, schedules, and financial reporting.
• Prepare monthly/quarterly/annual reports for executive leadership.
• Maintain integrity of financial information per policies and procedures.
• Oversee monthly compliance reports and financial documentation.
• Ensure processes are completed accurately and on deadlines.
• Oversee treasury, cash management, working capital, and financial planning.
• Provide financial analysis to support strategic decisions.
• Partner with executives on growth initiatives.
• Establish and maintain controls and drive process improvements.

Skills

Accounting expertise

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Process improvement

Automation & AI awareness

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA certification

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Carolina PRG has partnered with a well-established, growing service-based organization who is seeking an experienced Corporate Controller to lead its accounting operations and financial reporting function. This individual will play a critical role in overseeing day-to-day accounting activities, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial information, and strengthening processes and internal controls to support continued growth.

The Corporate Controller will oversee a broad range of accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, collections, payroll, inventory, revenue accounting, treasury, and financial reporting. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for an accounting professional who brings strong technical knowledge, operational business acumen, and a continuous improvement mindset.

The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, partnering across departments, and leveraging technology and automation to build a more efficient and scalable accounting organization. CPA required and prior exposure in a recurring revenue environment is also heavily preferred.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting Operations & Financial Reporting

• Lead and oversee the company's accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, collections, payroll, inventory, and revenue accounting.
• Manage the monthly close process, ensuring accurate and timely completion of journal entries, account reconciliations, supporting schedules, and financial reporting.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for executive leadership.
• Maintain the integrity and accuracy of financial information in accordance with established accounting policies and procedures.
• Oversee the preparation of monthly compliance reports and other required financial documentation.
• Ensure accounting processes are completed accurately and within established deadlines.

Treasury & Financial Management

• Oversee the organization's treasury function, including cash management and related financial activities.
• Support working capital management and financial planning initiatives.
• Analyze financial results and operating trends to identify opportunities for cost savings, improved efficiency, and revenue growth.
• Provide financial insight and analysis to support operational and strategic business decisions.
• Partner with executive leadership on financial initiatives that support the organization's continued growth.

Internal Controls, Compliance & Audit

• Establish and maintain effective accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Ensure the organization has appropriate systems and processes to support accurate financial reporting and efficient accounting operations.
• Serve as a key finance contact for financial and tax-related initiatives, including internal and external audits.
• Identify and resolve accounting discrepancies, reporting issues, and process inefficiencies.
• Promote accountability, consistency, and strong financial discipline throughout the accounting organization.

Systems, Automation & Process Improvement

• Evaluate existing accounting processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
• Leverage technology, automation, and process redesign to reduce manual activities and improve financial reporting.
• Support the development and optimization of accounting systems and financial reporting tools.
• Identify opportunities to utilize emerging technologies, including AI and workflow automation, to streamline accounting operations.
• Develop standardized processes and controls that support future organizational growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting and CPA required; Masters degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience with heavy oversight and responsibility for accounting operations and financial reporting.
• Strong understanding of general accounting principles, financial reporting, internal controls, and month-end close processes.
• Experience overseeing multiple accounting functions, including AP, AR, payroll, inventory, revenue accounting, and treasury.
• Demonstrated experience with financial strategy, reporting, planning, and working capital management.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate financial information and provide meaningful business insights.
• Experience improving accounting processes, implementing controls, and leveraging technology to increase efficiency.