Controller

Overview

The organization is seeking a Controller to lead its accounting function, ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance with GAAP and tax regulations. This role is responsible for the month-end close, general ledger oversight, financial reporting, and managing a small accounting team. The Controller will partner closely with leadership to provide timely and insightful financial analysis supporting strategic decision-making. This position is suited for an accounting-focused leader with a strong public accounting background interested in progressing toward a Chief Accounting Officer role.

Responsibilities

• Own and execute the month-end close process, including preparing and posting journal entries for timely and accurate financial results.
• Review and perform account reconciliations, including bank and balance sheet accounts, resolving discrepancies promptly.
• Support billing and invoicing reconciliations in collaboration with an external billing provider.
• Assist with QuickBooks Online and Excel-based tasks to maintain accurate financial records and support reporting.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for cost control and operational improvement.
• Provide clear financial reports and commentary to leadership to support strategic and operational decisions.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of approximately two accounting staff, fostering a high-performance, collaborative environment.
• Manage contract processes from a finance and accounting perspective, ensuring proper documentation and financial impact assessment.
• Ensure adherence to accounting standards (GAAP), including revenue recognition (ASC 606), and applicable tax regulations.
• Develop, implement, and maintain internal controls and accounting policies to safeguard assets and mitigate risks.
• Coordinate with external auditors and tax professionals to facilitate audits, reviews, and tax return preparation.
• Calculate quarterly bonuses for corporate employees, ensuring accuracy and alignment with policies.
• Assist the CFO with budgeting, forecasting, and cash management activities as needed.
• Work independently in a remote environment, managing priorities and meeting deadlines with limited supervision.
• Collaborate across multiple sites to ensure consistent accounting practices and accurate financial reporting.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience, with at least 3 years at Senior Accountant, Manager, or equivalent leadership level.
• Director-level or equivalent experience leading and developing accounting teams.
• Strong public accounting background, preferably with audit experience.
• Active or previously active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) strongly preferred.
• Strong technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP, including revenue recognition (ASC 606).
• Hands-on experience with month-end close, general ledger accounting, and financial reporting.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP or similar).
• Proficiency with QuickBooks Online.
• Experience managing accounting processes across multiple locations.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• High accuracy, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to present financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders.
• Comfortable working remotely with limited supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience at Director of Accounting or Controller level in a growing organization.
• Public accounting audit background providing strong controls and compliance foundation.
• Experience coordinating with external auditors and tax professionals.
• Proven ability to design and enhance internal controls and accounting policies.
• Experience preparing full financial statement packages.
• Ability to perform variance analysis and provide actionable recommendations.
• Demonstrated success managing and mentoring accounting staff.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized with a strong commitment to accuracy and compliance.
• Ability to remain stationary for prolonged periods while working at a computer.
• Alignment with a mission focused on economic growth and inclusivity, supporting small and MWBE businesses.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $120,000 - $130,000 per year.
• Approximately 10% bonus paid quarterly.
• 100% remote work.
• Robust vacation policy designed to match current PTO.
• Minimal travel (approximately twice per year).

Location

This is a permanent, fully remote position based out of Philadelphia, PA. The role operates primarily on Eastern Time (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) with some schedule flexibility. Travel is approximately 10%, primarily to Pennsylvania for quarterly or all-hands meetings.

Application Deadline

Applications are anticipated to close on June 10, 2026.