Strategic Controller | Acquisitions & Growth Leader

Ledgent Finance & Accounting; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision)

401(k) with company match

PTO and holidays

Professional development

Job summary

Ledgent Finance & Accounting in Baltimore, MD seeks a seasoned Controller to lead all accounting operations and report to the CFO. This hands-on role focuses on building processes, improving efficiencies, and guiding growth with strong internal controls.

You will oversee month-end close, financial reporting, audits, and strategic planning, partnering with operations and senior leadership to drive performance and responsible cash management in a modern office setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• Experience as Controller, Assistant Controller, or Accounting Manager.
• Acquisition accounting experience required.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience overseeing month-end close and managing full-cycle accounting functions.
• Proven leadership experience managing and developing accounting teams.
• Strong ERP system experience.
• Excellent communication and business partnering skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting operations, including general ledger, financial reporting, month-end close, account reconciliations, and compliance initiatives.
• Manage and develop the accounting team, providing mentorship and leadership.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.
• Partner with the CFO on budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and long-term strategic planning.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
• Oversee annual audits and coordinate with external auditors and advisors.
• Lead acquisition accounting activities, including due diligence support, purchase accounting, integration efforts, and post-acquisition reporting.
• Establish and strengthen internal controls and financial reporting procedures.
• Partner with operational leaders to provide financial insights that support business decisions.
• Support ERP enhancements, systems optimization, and other finance-related projects.

Skills

Leadership

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Ledgent Finance & Accounting in Baltimore, MD seeks a seasoned Controller to lead all accounting operations and report to the CFO. This hands-on role focuses on building processes, improving efficiencies, and guiding growth with strong internal controls.

You will oversee month-end close, financial reporting, audits, and strategic planning, partnering with operations and senior leadership to drive performance and responsible cash management in a modern office setting.