Controller

The Controller will oversee the firm’s financial activities, ensuring financial stewardship, compliance, accuracy, and efficiency in financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls. The Controller will provide strategic financial leadership and collaborate with executive management to support business growth and operational success. The Controller will oversee a finance team, which may include bookkeeper(s), A/R, A/P and payroll specialists.

Essential Functions:

• Oversee all financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance.

• Ensure stewardship of company funds and proactively notify Senior Management of cost saving measures.

• Ensure proper delegation of authority and approval processes are documented and followed.

• Develop and implement internal controls to ensure accurate financial data and safeguard company assets.

• Prepare and analyze financial statements, ensuring timely and accurate reporting to management.

• Lead financial planning, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.

• Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and industry-specific financial requirements.

• Provide financial insights and recommendations to executive leadership to support business strategy.

• Manage month-end and year-end close processes, ensuing accuracy and efficiency.

• Manage company expenses, including credit card purchases and reimbursements.

• Manage the payroll process, ensuring accuracy and compliance with tax laws.

• Oversee employee benefits.

• Manage the monthly billing and collections process.

• Manage insurance policies and premiums.

• Oversee external audits.

• Evaluate and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and systems for improved efficiency.

• Collaborate with other departments to align financial goals with overall business objectives.

• Assess financial risks and opportunities, implementing strategies to mitigate risks and improve profitability.

• Perform other functions as necessary to support the organization.

Core Competencies

• Extensive knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls.

• Strong understanding of GAAP and regulatory compliance requirements.

• Experience with financial forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis.

• Proficiency in accounting software, ERP systems, billing software, timekeeping software, and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Experience with Cosmolex billing system preferred.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

• Strong leadership abilities with experience managing accounting teams.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

• High attention to detail and accuracy.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

• Minimum 7+ years of accounting or finance experience

• CPA

The Controller is required to devote a minimum of 20 hours per week to the position (workweek is from Sunday through Saturday).  The employee may complete work from locations other than the office (such as from home), only with the pre-approval of his/her supervisor.  The employee must be available for in-person meetings with the EGC team and with clients.   

About Eva Garland Consulting

EGC ( is an INC 5000 fastest-growing company, headquartered in Raleigh, NC. The firm specializes in helping clients secure and manage grant funding to advance their scientific innovations. The company has 55+ full-time employees, is located in a desirable North Hills office tower, and provides an award-winning workplace environment. EGC offers a competitive compensation and benefits package that reflects its commitment to fostering a diverse and supportive workplace.

EGC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.