Strategic Controller — Hybrid, Growth & Financial Systems

The Intersect Group; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Competitive benefits package

Ownership exposure

Job summary

The Intersect Group is seeking an experienced Controller to lead accounting, treasury, compliance, and financial systems for a growing organization. This role serves as a trusted business partner to ownership and helps drive financial integrity and informed decision making.

The Controller will oversee all aspects of financial reporting, cash management, lender relationships, and system optimization. This position supports scaling processes and enhancing ERP/CRM platforms to sustain rapid growth

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience in a senior role.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls.
• CPA designation preferred; MBA or Master of Accountancy is a plus.
• Advanced Excel skills with large datasets and financial models.
• Experience leading process improvement and automation initiatives.
• Automotive/dealership/inventory/asset-intensive industry experience preferred.
• Experience with Salesforce, Google Workspace, QuickBooks, Ramp, and Zapier.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly close process and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, accruals, and general ledger activities.
• Manage cash forecasting, liquidity planning, and inventory financing to support operations.
• Serve as the primary contact for banking partners, lenders, insurance providers, and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate tax compliance activities including sales/use, property, and federal/state filings.
• Review financial transactions, inventory activity, and accounting records for accuracy.
• Drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and system enhancements.
• Administer and optimize ERP, CRM, and workflow automation platforms.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Advanced Excel

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA certification preferred

MBA or Master of Accountancy is a plus

Tools

Salesforce

Google Workspace

QuickBooks

Ramp

Zapier

ERP systems

CRM

Job description

The Intersect Group is seeking an experienced Controller to lead accounting, treasury, compliance, and financial systems for a growing organization. This role serves as a trusted business partner to ownership and helps drive financial integrity and informed decision making.

The Controller will oversee all aspects of financial reporting, cash management, lender relationships, and system optimization. This position supports scaling processes and enhancing ERP/CRM platforms to sustain rapid growth