Senior Controller — Multi-Entity Finance Leader

Professional Recruiting, LLC; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A Metairie, Louisiana-based, family-owned, multi-entity organization is seeking an experienced Controller for its corporate accounting team. This hands-on leadership role oversees the accounting operations of multiple affiliated entities and drives the monthly close, financial reporting, and internal controls.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in accounting, at least seven years of progressive accounting experience, and prior controller-level leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• Seven or more years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience as a Controller or in a senior accounting leadership role is highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close for multiple affiliated entities.
• Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, reconciliations, and consolidated reporting.
• Oversee intercompany transactions, cash management, and payroll processes.
• Supervise accounting staff and develop the team.
• Oversee accounts payable/receivable and general ledger activities.
• Coordinate annual open enrollment and employee benefits administration.
• Interface with external tax advisors and support audits.
• Lead budgeting and quarterly board reporting for CFO review.
• Strengthen internal controls and improve accounting processes.

Skills

Accounting leadership

Financial reporting

Intercompany accounting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

A Metairie, Louisiana-based, family-owned, multi-entity organization is seeking an experienced Controller for its corporate accounting team. This hands-on leadership role oversees the accounting operations of multiple affiliated entities and drives the monthly close, financial reporting, and internal controls.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in accounting, at least seven years of progressive accounting experience, and prior controller-level leadership.