On-Site Controller: Lead Financial Operations in Dalton

GHJ Search and Staffing; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High-visibility role

Ownership of accounting processes

Close collaboration with leadership

Job summary

GHJ Search and Staffing, the recruitment division of GHJ, is seeking an experienced Controller to lead its accounting and financial operations for a growing Dalton, GA company within commuting distance of Chattanooga.

The Controller will oversee full accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash management and internal controls while partnering with leadership to deliver strategic insights and improve processes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Previous Controller/Accounting Manager or similar senior role.
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead general ledger and month-end close processes.
• Oversee accounts payable/receivable and payroll.
• Prepare financial statements and management reporting.
• Drive budgeting, forecasting and cash flow planning.
• Maintain internal controls and accounting procedures.
• Partner with leadership to provide financial insights for strategic decisions.
• Coordinate external audits and compliance activities.
• Improve financial systems and reporting efficiencies.
• Mentor and develop the accounting team.

Skills

Strategic finance leadership

Financial reporting

Team management

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

GHJ Search and Staffing, the recruitment division of GHJ, is seeking an experienced Controller to lead its accounting and financial operations for a growing Dalton, GA company within commuting distance of Chattanooga.

The Controller will oversee full accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash management and internal controls while partnering with leadership to deliver strategic insights and improve processes.