Financial Controller — Path to CFO, Exec Bonus, Growth

LHH; Greensboro, Winston-Salem, High Point (NC, NC, NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

medical

dental

vision

401k plan

PTO accrual

Paid Holidays

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions seeks a Financial Controller for a well-established Triad area company in North Carolina. This role partners with executive leadership to drive financial strategy, ensure GAAP compliance, and strengthen controls while guiding the finance team.

You will lead all accounting operations, oversee budgeting/forecasting, and manage cash flow planning, with exposure to an executive bonus plan and a potential CFO path. CPA preferred; 7+ years of leadership in accounting required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required).
• CPA certification preferred or active pursuit.
• 7+ years in progressively responsible accounting roles.
• Experience leading teams and managing staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting operations including GL, AP, AR, payroll, fixed assets, and cash management.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning.
• Maintain internal controls and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate external audits and financial reporting activities.
• Analyze financial performance and provide leadership with recommendations.
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Cash flow management

Internal controls

GAAP compliance

Team leadership

Education

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

CPA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Advanced Excel

Job description

LHH Recruitment Solutions seeks a Financial Controller for a well-established Triad area company in North Carolina. This role partners with executive leadership to drive financial strategy, ensure GAAP compliance, and strengthen controls while guiding the finance team.

You will lead all accounting operations, oversee budgeting/forecasting, and manage cash flow planning, with exposure to an executive bonus plan and a potential CFO path. CPA preferred; 7+ years of leadership in accounting required.