Job Description

We're partnering with top companies across the Tampa Bay market to place Controllers into high-impact roles, but many of these opportunities are never posted publicly.

Instead of applying into a black hole, this is an opportunity to build a direct relationship with a recruiter who can connect you to both current openings and upcoming roles aligned to your experience, goals, and compensation expectations.

Whether you're actively exploring or just open to the right opportunity, this network is designed to give you early access, market insight, and a competitive tailored edge .

Key Responsibilities

• Own and lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• Oversee the general ledger, financial statements, and balance sheet integrity
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP
• Manage cash flow forecasting, working capital, and liquidity visibility
• Prepare and support lender, investor, and board-level reporting
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities in partnership with leadership
• Support external audits, tax filings, and compliance requirements
• Develop, document, and improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Lead or support ERP implementations, system upgrades, and process standardization
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and scalability
• Mentor and develop accounting staff while maintaining a hands-on presence
• Serve as a strategic finance partner to founders and executive leadership

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required)
• 8–15+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Prior experience in a Controller or senior accounting leadership role
• CPA preferred, not required
• Public accounting background preferred , not required
• Strong experience with full-cycle close , financial reporting, and controls
• Experience in PE-backed, growth-stage, or founder-led environments preferredAdvanced proficiency in Excel ; ERP experience strongly preferred
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution

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