Who: Seeking a Controller to oversee accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and operational finance.
What: Lead month-end close, manage GL, drive financial analysis, support audits, and partner with operations to improve processes.
When: Full-time, immediate hire.
Where: Atlanta, GA
Why: Ensure accurate financial reporting, strengthen controls, and support strategic business initiatives.
Office Environment: Fast-paced, collaborative, and mission-driven.
Salary: Commensurate with experience.
Job Description:The Controller will lead monthly close, financial reporting, budgeting, and operational finance for co-manufacturing operations. Supports audits, intercompany, consolidation, and process improvements.Key Responsibilities:
Accounting Operations & Close- Lead or support monthly close: journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and account analysis
- Maintain GL activities and internal controls
- Prepare reporting packages and financial analyses for leadership
Financial Reporting & Analysis- Perform variance analysis vs prior periods and budget/forecast
- Partner with operational leaders for finance insights
- Review financial statements and key account reasonableness
Budgeting & Forecasting- Lead annual budgets and monthly forecasts
- Manage budget-to-actual reviews and communicate trends
Intercompany & Consolidation- Coordinate intercompany activity and support consolidation
- Contribute to internal and external reporting needs
Audit, Compliance & Controls- Support external auditors with documentation and issue resolution
- Ensure accounting complies with US GAAP (IFRS/ASPE exposure a plus)
Systems & Process Improvement- Drive automation and process improvement initiatives
- Gain proficiency with financial and operational systems
Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
- CPA preferred; experience with US GAAP, IFRS, or ASPE acceptable
- 4+ years of progressive accounting experience; public accounting experience a plus
- Strong accounting theory and financial reporting knowledge
- Advanced Excel skills and comfort with financial/business systems
Key Competencies:- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Detail-oriented with strategic thinking ability
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Organized, deadline-driven, and able to manage multiple priorities
- Self-motivated, independent, and team-oriented
Total Rewards:- PTO & Paid Personal Time Off
- 401K
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurances
- Performance-Based Incentives
- Employee & Family Assistance Program
- Growth and Internal Mobility Opportunities
Controller in Atlanta managing accounting, GL, financial reporting, budgeting, audits, and operational finance.
