Strategic Finance Controller - Hybrid

Confidential; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential is seeking a Controller to lead the finance function for a professional services firm in Bridgeville, PA. The role focuses on accounting operations, payroll, billing, and compliance within a hybrid work environment.

Ideal candidate has 7–10 years in accounting/finance, experience in professional services, and strong knowledge of internal controls and financial reporting. Collaboration with leadership and external partners is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 7–10 years of progressive accounting or finance experience required.
• Experience managing payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable required.
• Experience working within a professional services environment (public accounting, legal, or consulting firm) required.
• Public accounting experience preferred but not required.
• Experience with employee benefits administration and payroll systems required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting and finance operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, cash management, and banking relationships.
• Prepare monthly and annual financial statements, forecasts, budgets, profitability analyses, and leadership reporting packages.
• Monitor financial performance, analyze variances and trends, and recommend strategies to improve profitability and operational efficiency.
• Partner with executive leadership to develop annual budgets and support long-term financial planning.
• Manage payroll processing, employee benefits administration, and related compliance requirements.
• Administer 401(k) plan activities, annual testing, Form 5500 reviews, and employee benefit programs.
• Oversee employee onboarding and offboarding processes related to payroll, benefits, and financial systems.
• Manage client billing operations, work-in-process (WIP) reporting, invoicing accuracy, and collection performance.
• Monitor employee time-entry compliance and billing readiness.
• Oversee firm licensing, insurance renewals, state reporting requirements, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Coordinate with external tax preparers, legal advisors, auditors, and other professional service providers.
• Prepare or coordinate annual information reporting, including Forms 1099 and applicable tax filings.
• Develop, implement, and improve internal controls, workflows, policies, and financial procedures.
• Participate in firm benchmarking initiatives, surveys, and strategic planning activities.
• Provide financial and operational insights to support executive decision-making.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with internal policies and industry best practices.

Skills

Accounting

Finance

Payroll

Budgeting

Internal controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

QuickBooks

Job description

Confidential is seeking a Controller to lead the finance function for a professional services firm in Bridgeville, PA. The role focuses on accounting operations, payroll, billing, and compliance within a hybrid work environment.

Ideal candidate has 7–10 years in accounting/finance, experience in professional services, and strong knowledge of internal controls and financial reporting. Collaboration with leadership and external partners is essential.