Controller

Jones Petrie Rafinsk

$70K — $95K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-10 years of progressive accounting experience
  • Supervisory or mentoring experience in accounting
  • Strong expertise in bank reconciliations and cash flow management
  • Working knowledge of purchasing procedures and internal controls
  • Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., Deltek Vantagepoint)
  • Strong Excel skills for financial data analysis
  • Attention to detail combined with strong organizational and communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities independently
  • Accounting degree or equivalent practical experience

Responsibilities

  • Perform and review monthly bank and credit card reconciliations
  • Manage cash flow tracking and forecasting
  • Oversee accounts payable and purchasing procedures
  • Supervise and support accounting staff through delegation and training
  • Review team members' work for accuracy and timeliness
  • Process vendor payments and maintain relationships
  • Support accounts receivable tasks including invoicing and payment tracking
  • Assist with month-end close and financial reporting
  • Maintain accurate financial records
  • Support audits, tax preparation, and external accountant requests
  • Identify and recommend process improvements

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Paid time off
  • Life insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability
  • Professional development assistance
  • Student loan stipend
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Unlimited career growth potential
Full Job Description
Controller

Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Director of Finance or Principals

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Accounting Professional to support and oversee the day-to-day financial operations of our growing organization. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on accounting work while also providing guidance and support to accounting staff in a collaborative, small-business environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform and review monthly bank and credit card reconciliations
  • Manage cash flow tracking and forecasting
  • Oversee accounts payable and purchasing procedures, ensuring proper approvals and documentation
  • Supervise and support accounting staff, including task delegation, training, and workflow oversight
  • Review work completed by accounting team members for accuracy and timeliness
  • Process or oversee vendor payments and maintain vendor relationships
  • Support accounts receivable, including invoicing and payment tracking
  • Assist with month-end close and financial reporting
  • Maintain accurate and organized financial records
  • Support audits, tax preparation, and external accountant requests as needed
  • Identify and recommend process improvements to strengthen controls and efficiency


Qualifications
  • 5-10 years of progressive accounting experience
  • Prior experience supervising or mentoring accounting staff
  • Strong experience with bank reconciliations and cash flow management
  • Working knowledge of purchasing procedures and internal controls
  • Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., Deltek Vantagepoint, or similar)
  • Strong Excel skills and comfort working with financial data
  • High attention to detail with strong organizational and communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently
  • Accounting degree or equivalent practical experience


Preferred (Nice to Have)
  • Experience in a small or mid-sized business environment
  • Familiarity with budgeting and forecasting


Why Join Us
  • Collaborative and supportive work environment
  • Opportunity to lead and develop accounting processes and staff
  • Competitive compensation based on experience


Benefits
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Paid time off
  • Life insurance
  • Short-term and Long-term disability
  • Professional development assistance
  • Student loan stipend
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Unlimited career growth potential

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