Strategic Controller: Close, Compliance & Insights

HNE; Canonsburg (Washington County); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

HNE is seeking an experienced Controller to lead our accounting function, ensure GAAP-compliant reporting, and partner with leadership to drive financial insights that guide growth. This role focuses on accounting operations, internal controls, and process improvement through automation, while developing a high-performing finance team ready to scale with the business.

You will own the close calendar, manage ERP systems, and collaborate across departments to optimize cash flow, forecasting, and

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, fixed assets, and cash management.
• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, driving efficiency and reducing manual work.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Analyze financial results, identify trends and variances, and communicate findings to leadership teams.
• Develop, maintain internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local reporting requirements.
• Coordinate and serve as primary point of contact for external audits.
• Support fraud prevention initiatives and maintain strong financial governance practices.
• Partner with executive leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning.
• Provide analysis on cost drivers, business performance, and operational efficiencies.
• Support cash flow forecasting and working capital management.
• Manage and optimize ERP and accounting systems.
• Identify opportunities to automate accounting and reporting processes.
• Leverage business intelligence and reporting tools to improve financial visibility.
• Maintain data accuracy and consistency across financial systems.
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members.
• Establish clear goals, performance expectations, and professional development plans.
• Promote cross-training, process documentation, and knowledge sharing.
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and high-performing team culture.

Job description

HNE is seeking an experienced Controller to lead our accounting function, ensure GAAP-compliant reporting, and partner with leadership to drive financial insights that guide growth. This role focuses on accounting operations, internal controls, and process improvement through automation, while developing a high-performing finance team ready to scale with the business.

You will own the close calendar, manage ERP systems, and collaborate across departments to optimize cash flow, forecasting, and