Senior Controller — SEC, GAAP & Multi‑Entity Lead

Ledgent; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Medical benefits

PTO

Holidays

Retirement plan

Career growth

Job summary

Ledgent seeks an experienced Controller to lead the month-end close, SEC reporting, and technical accounting across multiple entities. The role requires deep U.S. GAAP knowledge and hands-on experience in a public company environment.

This position partners with executives and external auditors, mentoring accounting staff and driving process improvements while ensuring accurate financial reporting in a fast-paced setting. Remote role with Florida preference.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience in a publicly traded company.
• Hands-on experience preparing or reviewing SEC filings (10-Q, 10-K, 8-K).
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting.
• Multi-entity accounting experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file SEC filings (10-Q, 10-K, 8-K) and assist with external reporting.
• Research, document, and implement technical accounting policies and guidance.
• Lead month-end close, GL activity, and reconciliations across entities.
• Oversee AP/AR and treasury-driven accounting responsibilities.
• Coordinate audits with external auditors and tax advisors.
• Mentor and develop accounting staff; drive process improvements.

Skills

SEC filings

Public company

U.S. GAAP

Multi-entity accounting

Leadership/mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA certification preferred

Job description

Ledgent seeks an experienced Controller to lead the month-end close, SEC reporting, and technical accounting across multiple entities. The role requires deep U.S. GAAP knowledge and hands-on experience in a public company environment.

This position partners with executives and external auditors, mentoring accounting staff and driving process improvements while ensuring accurate financial reporting in a fast-paced setting. Remote role with Florida preference.