Controller

Job Title - Controller

Position Overview

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Controller will lead the company's accounting operations, financial reporting, and treasury functions while playing an integral role in technical accounting research and analysis. This is a highly hands-on leadership role requiring direct involvement in the month-end close, preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and daily cash management.

The Controller will play a key role in researching and documenting complex accounting matters, managing the annual financial statement audit, and supporting tax compliance in close collaboration with the CFO and external advisors. The ideal candidate combines strong technical accounting expertise with a hands-on leadership style, demonstrating the ability to independently solve problems, mentor and develop accounting staff, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced growing organization.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting Operations & Financial Close

• Lead and actively participate in daily accounting operations, including the preparation and posting of journal entries, account reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, payroll processing, and oversight of accounts receivable and accounts payable.

• Own and oversee the company's treasury function, including daily cash management, bank account administration, and cash positioning across multiple entities.
• Own and execute the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting while maintaining direct involvement in key accounting activities.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with US GAAP.
• Perform and review the consolidation of multiple entities, ensuring intercompany transactions and eliminations are properly recorded.

Technical Accounting, Audit & Tax Compliance

• Research technical accounting issues and prepare formal accounting position papers and memoranda documenting relevant guidance, conclusions, and supporting analysis.
• Lead and manage the annual financial statement audit, including preparation of supporting schedules, technical accounting documentation, financial statement disclosures, and resolution of audit findings in collaboration with the CFO.
• Serve as key point of contact for external auditors, proactively addressing technical accounting questions, audit findings, and documentation requirements.
• Coordinate the annual federal and state tax filing process, working closely with the CFO and external tax advisors to ensure timely and accurate completion.

Leadership & Process Improvement

• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team while maintaining a hands-on approach to daily operations and month-end close.
• Establish clear performance expectations, provide ongoing coaching and feedback, and ensure accountability for timely and accurate completion of accounting responsibilities.
• Develop, document, and implement internal controls, policies, and procedures to safeguard company assets.
• Drive process improvements, system enhancements, and automation to increase efficiency and scalability.
• Partner with leadership on cash flow management, working capital optimization, and financial strategy.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA strongly preferred).
• 7+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including leadership in a mid-sized company.
• Strong technical accounting expertise and comprehensive knowledge of US GAAP and financial reporting, including demonstrated experience researching complex accounting issues and preparing technical accounting memoranda.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience managing and executing month-end close activities
• Strong proficiency with ERP/accounting systems; NetSuite experience preferred.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to independently evaluate accounting matters and exercise sound judgement.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-growing environment, balancing hands-on execution with team leadership and process improvement.

Benefits:

• Unlimited Vacation
• Health
• Vision
• Dental
• Life Insurance: Basic and Supplemental
• Long Term Disability
• 401(K) Match
• Weekly Pay
• Referral Program
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement

Tobin Scientific offers a variety of health and well-being benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, 401K, Health Savings Account, accident benefits, life insurance, disability benefits, paid vacation & holidays. Benefits are available 1st of the month following date of hire.

Pay Range:

The annual salary range for this position is as follows:

$140,000 to $160,000 per year

Compensation for roles at Tobin varies based on factors such as office location, role responsibilities, relevant experience, education, and specific skill sets. As required by local law, Tobin provides a reasonable, good-faith compensation range for positions hired in Massachusetts. Actual pay will reflect job-related qualifications, geographic considerations, and other applicable factors.