Strategic Controller | Lead ERP & Consolidations

Legatis; United States; Remote; USD 130,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Legatis is seeking its first dedicated Controller to own the accounting function end to end and lead the implementation of a new multi-entity ERP system. This build-and-operate role will manage the close, intercompany activity, and financial reporting across entities, while working with external CPA and tax firms on guidance and compliance.

You will own the monthly close calendar, strengthen controls, and coordinate with auditors and advisors as the company transitions from outsourced

Qualifications

• CPA with 7–12 years of accounting experience, public accounting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own the general ledger, close, and financial statements across entities, including intercompany eliminations and consolidation.
• Bank reconciliations, sub-ledger tie-outs, and internal controls.
• Run the full accounts‑payable and treasury operation: payment execution, wire approval, cash positioning, and banking administration.
• Lead ERP implementation as the in‑house business owner, partnering with an implementation consultant on configuration, then own and maintain the system in steady state.
• Build scalable accounting processes, policies, and controls as the business transitions from outsourced bookkeeping to an internal finance function.
• Establish and own the monthly close calendar, ensuring timely reconciliations, review procedures, and reporting deliverables.
• Coordinate with external audit, tax, technical‑accounting firms, banks, and other outside advisors.

Skills

CPA

Public accounting

Multi-entity accounting

People management

ERP implementation

Excel proficiency

Education

CPA credential

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Legatis is seeking its first dedicated Controller to own the accounting function end to end and lead the implementation of a new multi-entity ERP system. This build-and-operate role will manage the close, intercompany activity, and financial reporting across entities, while working with external CPA and tax firms on guidance and compliance.

You will own the monthly close calendar, strengthen controls, and coordinate with auditors and advisors as the company transitions from outsourced