Controller

Accentuate Staffing is seeking a seasoned accounting and finance professional to serve as Controller and help lead our financial operations with precision, integrity, and vision. This role plays a pivotal part in driving the organization’s fiscal health, with responsibility for managing the accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) functions, ensuring sound internal controls, and producing accurate, GAAP-compliant financial statements. The ideal candidate will hold an active CPA license and bring hands-on experience from public accounting.

Responsibilities:

Financial Stewardship & Reporting

• Manage monthly and year-end close processes to ensure timely generation of accurate and auditable financial statements.
• Oversee all accounting activities in alignment with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and applicable regulations.

Operational Oversight – AP & AR

• Lead the AP and AR teams to ensure transactions are processed efficiently, accurately, and in support of effective working capital and cash flow strategies.

Audit, Risk & Compliance

• Coordinate with internal auditors and external partners to support audit readiness and compliance efforts.
• Ensure proper documentation is maintained and that audit findings are addressed and resolved promptly.

Controls & Procedures

• Design and enforce effective internal controls across financial operations to minimize risk and ensure data integrity.
• Standardize accounting procedures and documentation across departments.

Leadership & Team Development

• Supervise and support the accounting team, offering mentorship and fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.
• Encourage continuous improvement in processes, systems, and team development.

Systems & Tools Optimization

• Utilize ERP platforms and accounting software to drive process efficiencies and deliver accurate financial insights.
• Support system enhancements and reporting automation.

Strategic Business Support

• Deliver financial reports and insights to leadership to support strategic planning and operational decisions.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Partner with the CFO on corporate reporting, tax support, risk and treasury matters, and fixed asset tracking.
• Contribute to the annual budgeting process and rolling forecasts through data-driven analysis.
• Collaborate with cross-functional leaders (HR, billing, sales, purchasing, etc.) to drive financial alignment across departments.
• Provide variance analysis to highlight trends and support proactive business decisions.

Requirements:

• Active CPA license required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; Master’s in Accounting (MSA) a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in accounting/finance, including public accounting (audit).
• Familiarity with job costing methodologies preferred.
• Strong command of GAAP with proven experience producing audit-ready financials.
• Demonstrated ability to manage AR/AP teams and implement sound internal controls.
• Experience with ERP platforms and advanced Excel skills essential.
• Strong analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective communicator and team leader, able to manage and motivate in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development and process improvement.