Senior Finance Controller | CPA | Lead Accounting & Compliance

Ledgent Finance & Accounting; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledgent Finance & Accounting is seeking an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations and financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and integrity of financial records in line with GAAP.

The role oversees audit processes, internal controls, and strategic financial insights to support business performance and compliance. A CPA license is required, with seven years in accounting and at least four in leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field required.
• Active CPA license required.
• 7+ years progressive accounting/financial reporting/auditing/finance admin experience; 4+ years in leadership.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations and financial reporting per GAAP.
• Lead annual audit process; liaise with external auditors; ensure regulatory compliance.
• Manage internal controls to safeguard company assets and improve accuracy.
• Direct financial systems and processes; improve efficiency and scalability.
• Forecast cash flow; manage investments and debt; provide strategic financial insights.

Skills

Leadership

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Audit

Internal controls

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree (Finance/Accounting/Business Admin)

CPA license

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Ledgent Finance & Accounting is seeking an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations and financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and integrity of financial records in line with GAAP.

The role oversees audit processes, internal controls, and strategic financial insights to support business performance and compliance. A CPA license is required, with seven years in accounting and at least four in leadership.