Strategic Controller & Operations Leader

Eva Garland Consulting; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Eva Garland Consulting in Raleigh, NC seeks a Controller & Operations Manager to steward financial operations and oversee all office and administrative functions. The role combines accounting leadership with hands-on oversight of payroll, billing, cash-flow, benefits, and vendor relationships, while driving SOPs and controls across finance and operations.

Reporting to the Vice President, this position demands strong financial judgment, proactive leadership, and collaboration with department

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant accounting/finance experience in a Controller/Accounting Manager role.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Experience with accounting software and financial systems, including invoicing software such as Cosmolex.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to lead and develop employees and manage multiple priorities across departments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience managing outside vendors and service providers.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations including A/R, A/P, payroll coordination, reconciliations, and general ledger.
• Manage billing, invoicing, collections, and cash receipts; conduct cash reconciliations.
• Oversee employee benefits administration and respond to compensation/benefits matters.
• Write and maintain accounting policies and procedures; manage insurance matters.
• Coordinate with external accountants and tax advisors; support budgeting and cash-flow planning.
• Develop and maintain SOPs for finance and operations; identify efficiency opportunities.
• Supervise a bookkeeper and an Office Administrator; oversee IT and facilities relationships.

Skills

Financial leadership

Payroll coordination

Vendor management

GAAP / financial reporting

Cosmolex

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Cosmolex

Job description

Eva Garland Consulting in Raleigh, NC seeks a Controller & Operations Manager to steward financial operations and oversee all office and administrative functions. The role combines accounting leadership with hands-on oversight of payroll, billing, cash-flow, benefits, and vendor relationships, while driving SOPs and controls across finance and operations.

Reporting to the Vice President, this position demands strong financial judgment, proactive leadership, and collaboration with department