Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. The Panther Group is presenting an opportunity with an established technology company seeking a hands-on Controller, Finance & Administration. The role owns finance and administrative operations, including accounting, reporting, cash flow, payroll, benefits, vendors, HR administration, and process improvement, while providing leadership with accurate financial insight.
Responsibilities
- Own the monthly close and financial reporting process
- Oversee the accounting function and bookkeeping activities
- Review reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, and financial statements
- Manage cash flow, banking, AP/AR, invoicing, and vendor payments
- Coordinate with outside accountants on tax preparation and annual filings
- Review and approve payroll and oversee benefits and 401(k) administration
- Manage financial and administrative vendors and recurring business services
- Support HR administration, including employee onboarding and offboarding
- Maintain and improve financial policies, procedures, and documentation
- Identify opportunities to automate, simplify, and improve existing processes
- Provide leadership with accurate financial information and practical business insight
- Help prepare the organization for continued growth and future strategic opportunities
Skills
- 8+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience
- Previous experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager, or similar senior-level accounting professional
- Experience working in a small to mid-sized company
- Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and accrual accounting
- Hands-on experience with QuickBooks Online or a similar accounting system
- Experience overseeing payroll, benefits, AP/AR, banking, and external accounting partners
- Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of a broad range of responsibilities
- Strong attention to detail and sound judgment
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field
Benefits
- Remote flexibility: Work remotely from anywhere on the U.S. East Coast.
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