Corporate Controller

Jobot; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Corporate Controller in Rochester, NY to lead all accounting operations and drive financial strategy. The role provides exposure to senior leadership and ownership across the accounting function, including budgeting, forecasting, and regulatory reporting.

The successful candidate will manage a broad scope, utilize Sage Intacct, and apply advanced Excel skills to improve accuracy and timeliness of financial reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. Master’s or CPA is a plus.
• 5+ years of experience in finance with strong accounting principles.
• Proven Financial Controller experience.
• Experience with financial statements, GL, and month-end close.
• Sage Intacct proficiency is required.
• Advanced MS Excel skills.
• Detail-oriented with confidentiality.
• Demonstrated leadership and team development.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of bookkeeping and relevant regulations.
• Strong problem-solving and proactive mindset.
• Attention to quality and accuracy in work.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations including billing, A/R, A/P, GL, cost and inventory accounting, and revenue recognition.
• Coordinate budget creation and forecasts; report variances.
• Prepare and publish monthly financial statements in a timely manner.
• Coordinate regulatory reporting.
• Research technical accounting issues for compliance.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Ensure internal controls and accurate financial reporting.
• Manage local, state, and federal tax filings and reporting.
• Develop and document accounting processes and policies.
• Liaise with Finance on issues and best practices.
• Use Sage Intacct to improve systems and reporting.
• Be tech-savvy and proficient in Excel for data analysis.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem solving

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Master's degree or CPA (a plus)

Tools

Sage Intacct

MS Excel

Job description

Corporate Controller

$100000 - $120000 per year | Rochester, NY | On-site | Permanent

Controller | Lead Accounting & Drive Financial Strategy

A bit about us:

A well-established and growing service-based company is seeking a Controller to join its leadership team. The organization is focused on continued growth, operational excellence, and delivering exceptional service to its customers.

Why join us:

• High-impact Controller role with visibility to senior leadership


• Opportunity to help shape and strengthen the accounting function


• Strategic and hands-on role with broad ownership across accounting and financial planning


• Leadership opportunity to develop and support an accounting team


• Ability to drive process improvements and leverage technology, automation, and AI


• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a growing organization

Job Details

We are seeking a highly-motivated and experienced Corporate Controller to join our dynamic Accounting and Finance team. This is a position that offers an exciting opportunity to manage and oversee all aspects of our company's financial operations. If you are a seasoned professional with a proven track record in financial management and a passion for driving financial performance, this role is for you.

Responsibilities:

• 1. Oversee all accounting operations including Billing, A/R, A/P, GL, Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting, and Revenue Recognition.


• 2. Coordinate and direct the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts, and report variances.


• 3. Prepare and publish timely monthly financial statements.


• 4. Coordinate the preparation of regulatory reporting.


• 5. Research technical accounting issues for compliance.


• 6. Support month-end and year-end close process.


• 7. Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting.


• 8. Manage and comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.


• 9. Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.


• 10. Liaise with our Finance department and professionals on financial issues and best practices.


• 11. Use Sage Intacct to improve systems and produce accurate financial reports.


• 12. Be tech-savvy and proficient in MS Excel to manage and analyze financial data.

Qualifications:

• 1. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. A Master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CPA) is a plus.


• 2. A minimum of 5 years of experience in the finance industry, with a deep understanding of accounting principles and procedures.


• 3. Proven working experience as a Financial Controller.


• 4. Experience with creating financial statements, general ledger functions, and the month-end/year-end close process.


• 5. Excellent accounting software user and administration skills - experience with Sage Intacct is a must.


• 6. Advanced knowledge of MS Excel.


• 7. Strong attention to detail and confidentiality.


• 8. Demonstrated leadership skills with a commitment to developing team members.


• 9. Excellent communication and presentation skills.


• 10. Proven knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting best practices, laws, standards, and state/national regulations.


• 11. Pays strict attention to detail, demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness, and monitors own work to ensure quality.


• 12. A proactive problem solver who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.