Cherry Bekaert LLP

Controller 16784039

Cherry Bekaert LLP • $160K — $185K *
Arlington, VA 22204In-Person
Education, Government & Non-Profit
8 - 10 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • CPA required
  • 8+ years of progressive accounting experience with leadership roles
  • Controller or Assistant Controller experience preferred
  • Nonprofit accounting experience with emphasis on grants accounting
  • Experience managing financial statement audits with external auditors
  • Proficiency in NetSuite, Intacct, or similar ERP systems
  • Ability to support cross-functional and global operations
  • Strong communication skills in a team-focused, mission-driven setting

Responsibilities

  • Oversee global accounting operations including month-end close and financial reporting
  • Ensure GAAP-compliant financial reporting and strong internal controls
  • Partner with the CFO and senior leadership for financial insights and strategic guidance
  • Lead improvements in financial systems and ERP platform optimization
  • Coordinate annual audits and manage relationships with external auditors
  • Ensure grant expenditures align with funding requirements and budgets
  • Develop and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and processes

Benefits

  • Leadership role with high visibility and impact
  • Opportunity to support a mission-driven organization
  • Collaborative environment with a focus on global operations
  • Mentorship and team development opportunities
  • Engagement in system modernization projects
Full Job Description
Controller | $160K-$185K + Bonus

Location: Arlington, VA

Role Overview
  • Seeking a seasoned Controller to lead global accounting operations for a well-established, mission-driven organization with an international footprint.
  • This is a highly visible leadership role partnering closely with the CFO to strengthen financial operations, modernize systems, and support a growing global organization.
  • In this role, you will:
  • Oversee global accounting operations including month-end close, financial reporting, AP/AR, payroll oversight, grants accounting, and audit coordination
  • Ensure accurate GAAP-compliant financial reporting and maintain strong internal controls across a multi-entity environment
  • Partner closely with the CFO and senior leadership to provide financial insights, operational support, and strategic guidance
  • Lead improvements to financial systems, including continued development and optimization of the ERP platform
  • Coordinate annual financial statement audits and manage relationships with external auditors and advisors
  • Oversee grant and program accounting to ensure expenditures align with funding requirements and program budgets
  • Develop and strengthen accounting policies, procedures, and financial processes across the organization
  • Manage and mentor accounting and finance staff while helping build scalable systems and processes


Qualifications
  • CPA required
  • 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership roles
  • Controller or Assistant Controller experience preferred
  • Nonprofit accounting experience, including grants accounting
  • Experience managing financial statement audits and working with external auditors
  • NetSuite or Intacct or comparable ERP experience
  • Ability to work cross-functionally and support global or multi-entity operations
  • Strong communicator who thrives in collaborative, mission-driven environments
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About Cherry Bekaert LLP

Cherry Bekaert is a public accounting firm that provides a wide range of services to clients in various industries. The company offers audit, tax, and advisory services to help clients achieve their business goals. Cherry Bekaert has a team of over 1,200 professionals who are committed to delivering high-quality work and exceptional customer service. The company has offices in several states across the US and serves clients in both the public and private sectors.
Learn more about Cherry Bekaert LLP
Size
1,200 employees
Industry
Legal & Accounting
5 Year Trend
+10%
Revenue
$220 million
* Ladders Estimates

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