Strategic Finance Controller

LHH; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH is seeking an experienced Controller to lead the accounting function, oversee financial reporting, and manage internal controls in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

The ideal candidate will drive process improvements, partner with executive leadership, and mentor accounting staff while ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance across all reporting and close processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA highly preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience overseeing month-end close and financial statement preparation.
• Prior experience managing or mentoring accounting staff.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and fixed assets.
• Oversee the month-end, quarterly, and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Develop, implement, and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Manage the annual external audit and coordinate audit activities.
• Partner with executive leadership to provide financial analysis, reporting, and business insights.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial planning initiatives.
• Drive process improvements and system enhancements to increase efficiency and scalability.
• Mentor and develop accounting staff while fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.
• Assist with special projects, strategic initiatives, and operational improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA (preferred)

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Our client is looking to add an experienced Controller to lead the accounting function and oversee the organization's financial reporting, accounting operations, and internal controls. The Controller will play a key role in ensuring financial accuracy, maintaining compliance, supporting strategic decision-making, and driving process improvements across the accounting department. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership skills, technical accounting expertise, and the ability to partner with executive leadership in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and fixed assets.
• Oversee the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Develop, implement, and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Manage the annual external audit and coordinate audit activities.
• Partner with executive leadership to provide financial analysis, reporting, and business insights.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial planning initiatives.
• Drive process improvements and system enhancements to increase efficiency and scalability.
• Mentor and develop accounting staff while fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.
• Assist with special projects, strategic initiatives, and operational improvements.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA is highly preferred
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience overseeing month-end close and financial statement preparation.
• Prior experience managing or mentoring accounting staff.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.