Strategic Controller — Post‑Merger Finance Leader

CFS; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare package

401(k) plan with safe harbor and match

PTO flexibility

Job summary

CFS, a stable, growing Tennessee-based company, seeks an experienced Controller to lead financial operations and post-merger integration efforts.

You will manage the monthly close, financial reporting, and team development while partnering with executive leadership to drive transformation and accountability across accounting functions.

Office based in Franklin, you will build robust controls, improve processes, and align finance with strategic goals to sustain momentum and support growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Controller or senior accounting leader.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and financial reporting experience.
• Advanced Excel skills and hands-on ERP system experience.
• Ability to improve processes and strengthen controls in a growing business.
• Collaborative, hands-on leadership style across the organization.
• Prior success in a Controller role within a dynamic, growth-oriented company.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly GAAP financial reporting, including full month-end close and financial statements.
• Oversee AR, AP, and payroll while mentoring accounting staff.
• Manage external audits and serve as primary liaison with auditors.
• Build budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Strengthen internal controls and drive process improvements across accounting ops.
• Oversee banking relationships, treasury activities, and covenant reporting.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Month-end close

Excel skills

ERP systems

Leadership

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

CFS, a stable, growing Tennessee-based company, seeks an experienced Controller to lead financial operations and post-merger integration efforts.

You will manage the monthly close, financial reporting, and team development while partnering with executive leadership to drive transformation and accountability across accounting functions.

Office based in Franklin, you will build robust controls, improve processes, and align finance with strategic goals to sustain momentum and support growth.