Job Description

Job Title: Controller

Location: Raleigh, NC (Hybrid)

About the Company

A growing, distributed operations construction company based in the Raleigh area is seeking an experienced Controller to oversee and manage its day-to-day accounting operations. The company operates across several high-performing locations and is recognized for its strong operational standards, integrity, and commitment to reliable customer service. This is an opportunity to join a stable and expanding organization where accurate financial management plays a critical role in continued success.

Position Summary

The Controller will assume full responsibility for accounting operations across multiple entities and will be expected to operate independently from day one. This role oversees the full month-end close process, ensures accurate and timely financial reporting, and manages a small accounting team consisting of two direct reports.

This is a hybrid position in Raleigh, requiring consistent presence to maintain strong financial controls, ensure reporting accuracy, and address issues proactively. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable leading a lean, high-performing team while contributing directly to daily accounting activities.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Month-End Close

• Oversee month-end close, including bank and credit card reconciliations across all locations
• Maintain accurate reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts
• Prepare and review profit and loss statements for multiple business units and provide financial insights to leadership
• Investigate and resolve cost of goods sold discrepancies between point-of-sale systems and vendor records

Audit, Compliance & Controls

• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external audits
• Manage intercompany transactions and ensure proper alignment across entities
• Oversee credit card disputes, chargebacks, and vendor account reconciliations

Vendor & Asset Management

• Maintain accurate vendor records, payment activity, and credit documentation
• Track and update operational asset inventories for insurance and internal reporting purposes

Team Leadership & Process Improvement

• Supervise and support two accounting team members, including Accounts Payable
• Resolve escalated AP issues and ensure efficient departmental workflows
• Coach and develop team members to improve accuracy, efficiency, and accountability
• Continuously evaluate and enhance accounting processes to support growth and operational excellence

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• Proven experience managing accounting operations for multi-location or multi-entity organizations
• Hands-on experience with NetSuite
• Prior experience managing staff and overseeing full-cycle accounting
• Strong expertise in month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Ability to work hybrid in Raleigh, NC
• Flexibility to work extended hours during close periods as needed

Preferred

• CPA strongly preferred or candidates pursuing their CPA
• Experience in construction, manufacturing, or multi-location environments
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, and complex formulas

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