Financial Controller

Enbasis Inc.; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Enbasis Inc. in Cleveland, Ohio is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to lead accounting and financial operations, build scalable processes, and partner with executive leadership to drive strategic growth.

You will own the close cycles, develop budgets, manage cash flow, ensure GAAP compliance, and build an effective finance team as the company scales.

Competitive compensation with base salary range and bonus potential, comprehensive benefits, and leadership opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 7+ years progressive accounting experience.
• 3+ years in Controller/Accounting Manager roles.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and monthly close.

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting operations for the company.
• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process.
• Prepare timely and accurate financial statements.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and internal controls.
• Develop accounting policies and procedures.
• Manage cash flow forecasting and liquidity planning.
• Develop annual budgets and financial forecasts.
• Prepare management reporting and executive dashboards.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial close

Budgeting & forecasting

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Communication & presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

QuickBooks

Sage Intacct

NetSuite

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Enbasis is a fast-growing technology startup focused on identifying challenges faced by businesses and consumers in the world today and developing state-of-the-art solutions to overcome them. As an early-stage company, we value entrepreneurial thinking, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. We are seeking an experienced Financial Controller who wants more than a traditional accounting role. This individual will build and lead the company's accounting and financial operations while helping shape the future financial infrastructure of Enbasis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys creating systems, improving processes, and partnering with executive leadership to support strategic growth.

Position Summary

The Financial Controller will serve as the company's senior accounting professional and will be responsible for all accounting, financial reporting, cash management, budgeting, compliance, and internal controls. As the company grows, this individual will design scalable financial processes, implement best practices, and build the future accounting and finance organization. The successful candidate is equally comfortable performing day-to-day accounting activities while also serving as a strategic business partner to leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting operations for the company
• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process
• Prepare timely and accurate financial statements
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable accounting standards
• Develop accounting policies and procedures
• Manage cash flow forecasting and liquidity planning
• Develop annual budgets and financial forecasts
• Prepare management reporting and executive dashboards

Operational Finance

• Oversee Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
• Manage payroll accounting and related reporting
• Reconcile bank accounts and maintain fixed asset records

Compliance & Controls

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax requirements
• Manage annual financial reviews or audits
• Develop internal controls to safeguard company assets

Strategic Leadership

• Partner with executive leadership on business strategy
• Develop KPIs and financial performance metrics
• Recommend process improvements that increase operational efficiency

Systems & Process Development

• Lead accounting software implementation and optimization
• Build scalable accounting processes for future growth
• Document financial workflows and internal procedures

Team Development

As Enbasis grows, the Financial Controller will:

• Build the accounting and finance team
• Develop departmental processes and standards
• Create a culture of accountability and continuous improvement

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience
• 3+ years in a Controller, Assistant Controller, or Accounting Manager role
• Strong knowledge of GAAP
• Experience leading monthly financial close
• Experience with budgeting and forecasting
• Advanced Excel skills
• Experience with modern accounting software (QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA is a plus
• Experience working in a startup or high-growth environment
• Technology or SaaS industry experience
• Experience implementing ERP or accounting systems
• Experience supporting fundraising, banking relationships, or investor reporting
• Knowledge of multi-entity accounting is a plus

Competitive compensation package including:

• Competitive base salary (commensurate with experience)
• Performance-based bonus opportunity
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Opportunity for future leadership growth as the company expands
• Salary Range $100k to $120K

Enbasis Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are a Drug Free Workplace.