Financial Controller

LHH; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH is seeking an experienced Controller to lead the accounting function in Kansas City, MO. The role focuses on strengthening financial reporting, mentoring professionals, and driving continuous improvement across processes and controls.

Ideal candidates will have a track record as a Controller or equivalent, with deep GAAP knowledge and a passion for building high-performing teams and scalable financial operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• CPA highly preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience with leadership responsibilities.
• Prior experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager, or similar accounting leadership role.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, month-end close, and internal controls.
• Proven success leading, mentoring, and developing accounting teams.
• Experience driving process improvements and organizational change.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and enhance accounting processes, workflows, and internal controls.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, increased efficiency, and operational scalability.
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and professional development support to accounting team members.
• Lead financial reporting activities and ensure timely, accurate, and reliable financial information.
• Partner with leadership to establish best practices and strengthen the accounting organization.
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end reporting processes.
• Support technical accounting matters and ensure compliance with accounting policies and standards.
• Develop reporting tools, procedures, and metrics to improve visibility and decision-making.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to improve financial operations and organizational effectiveness.
• Participate in strategic initiatives, system implementations, and process transformation projects.

Skills

Leadership

GAAP

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Mentoring

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA

Job description

LHH has an immediate Controller opening with an established and growing organization seeking an experienced accounting leader to strengthen financial reporting processes, mentor accounting professionals, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

This role is ideal for a Controller, Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager, or senior accounting professional who enjoys leading teams, developing talent, and improving the overall effectiveness of the accounting function.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate and enhance accounting processes, workflows, and internal controls.


• Identify opportunities for process improvement, increased efficiency, and operational scalability.


• Provide coaching, mentorship, and professional development support to accounting team members.


• Lead financial reporting activities and ensure timely, accurate, and reliable financial information.


• Partner with leadership to establish best practices and strengthen the accounting organization.


• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end reporting processes.


• Support technical accounting matters and ensure compliance with accounting policies and standards.


• Develop reporting tools, procedures, and metrics to improve visibility and decision-making.


• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to improve financial operations and organizational effectiveness.


• Participate in strategic initiatives, system implementations, and process transformation projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.


• CPA highly preferred.


• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience with leadership responsibilities.


• Prior experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager, or similar accounting leadership role.


• Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, month-end close, and internal controls.


• Proven success leading, mentoring, and developing accounting teams.


• Experience driving process improvements and organizational change.

What We're Looking For

• Hands-on accounting leader who enjoys mentoring and developing others.


• Passion for process improvement and operational excellence.


• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.


• Ability to balance day-to-day accounting responsibilities with strategic initiatives.


• Collaborative leadership style with a focus on team development.


• Continuous improvement mindset and ability to drive change.