CORPORATE CONTROLLER

Research Group; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Research Group is seeking an accomplished Senior Corporate Controller to lead all accounting activities, ensure US GAAP compliance, and oversee multi-site close processes. You will partner with operations, HR, and executive leadership to drive financial integrity and strategic oversight.

The role requires a CPA or MBA, 10+ years in accounting/finance, and 7+ years of leadership experience, with strong tax compliance coordination and internal controls experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field; CPA or MBA preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive Accounting and Finance experience.
• 7+ years of Leadership or Management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead all corporate accounting activities and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP.
• Direct the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes across main manufacturing locations including subsidiary roll up.
• Oversee federal, state, and local tax compliance activities and coordinate with external tax advisors.
• Establish and maintain effective internal control systems to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with policies and accounting standards.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team and serve as a key business partner to operations and executive leadership.

Skills

Leadership experience

US GAAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field

CPA or MBA preferred

Job description

• Lead all corporate accounting activities and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP.
• Direct the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes across main manufacturing locations including subsidiary roll up.
• Tax Compliance, Filings & Regulatory Reporting
  • Oversee and coordinate all federal, state, and local tax compliance activities in partnership with the Company's external tax advisors and public accounting firm.
  • Manage the collection, validation, and submission of financial data required by outside accounting firms for income tax, sales and use tax, franchise tax, payroll tax, and other regulatory filings.
• Accounting Operations Leadership
  • Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Payroll, General Ledger Accounting, Fixed Assets and Cap Ex, Treasury and Cash Management Support
  • Ensure efficient execution of transaction processing activities while maintaining strong internal controls.
• Internal Controls & Compliance
  • Establish and maintain effective internal control systems to safeguard company assets.
  • Ensure compliance with corporate policies, regulatory requirements, and accounting standards.
• Leadership & Business Partnership
  • Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team, fostering a high-performance culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
  • Serve as a key business partner to operations, manufacturing, human resources, and executive leadership.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field; CPA or MBA is preferred
• 10+ years of progressive Accounting and Finance experience.
• 7+ years of Leadership or Management experience.
• Understanding of US GAAP reporting fundamentals.
• Experience in some type of manufacturing sector; multi-site experience is a plus.

Additional Information

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