Financial Controller

Summit Building Services; Stow (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Opportunity for advancement

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

A growing facilities management company is seeking a Controller to manage daily accounting activities in Ohio. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, with over 5 years of progressive experience in accounting. Key responsibilities include overseeing accounting operations, preparing financial statements, and ensuring compliance with GAAP. This position offers competitive salary, health benefits, and growth opportunities within a dynamic, service-based environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory responsibility.
• Experience in service‑based, construction, or facilities‑related industries preferred.
• Strong ability to work independently and take ownership of outcomes.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls
• Proficiency with accounting software and Excel (job costing a plus)
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills; able to work independently and own outcomes

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations including general ledger and payroll.
• Prepare accurate financial statements on a timely basis.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and related regulations.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Lead and develop accounting staff as applicable.
• Oversee cash flow management and banking relationships
• Coordinate with external CPA firms for tax filings and audits
• Provide financial analysis and reporting to ownership and leadership
• Support operational teams with job costing, margin analysis, and performance tracking
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA preferred

Tools

Accounting software proficiency

Excel

Job description

Summit Building Services is proud to have the best team in the janitorial industry, or any industry for that matter. Our team members are dedicated stewards of dozens of facilities, and they help us to create a greener, cleaner, and healthier world every single day. Through a shared commitment to excellence, we're creating new opportunities for our team members and revolutionizing janitorial services for our clients.

We are looking for a Controller to manage daily accounting activities. These include help with AP, AR, Payroll, and bank reconciliations. The Controller will be responsible for overseeing all accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining internal controls, and supporting leadership with timely financial insights. This role requires a hands‑on leader who is comfortable operating in a fast‑paced, service‑based environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, and month‑end close
• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable federal, state, and local regulations
• Develop, document, and maintain internal controls and accounting policies
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Oversee cash flow management and banking relationships
• Coordinate with external CPA firms for tax filings and audits
• Provide financial analysis and reporting to ownership and leadership
• Support operational teams with job costing, margin analysis, and performance tracking
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff (as applicable)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred)
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory responsibility
• Experience in service‑based, construction, or facilities‑related industries strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls
• Proficiency with accounting software and Excel (job costing experience a plus)
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skillsAbility to work independently and take ownership of outcomes

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Health benefits and paid time off
• Opportunity to play a key role in a growing company
• Direct access to ownership and leadership
• Stable, long‑term career opportunity with advancement potential