Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Reporting

Job Overview

We are seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented Controller to join our client in the Sarasota area. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the month‑end close process, internal accounting procedures and controls, and support strategic planning. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of financial reporting and compliance regulations.

• Manage a team of 10+ employees within the accounting department.
• Oversee month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close processes.
• Handle basic accounting processes and procedures.
• Design, implement, and maintain internal financial controls.
• Ability to decipher large amounts of transactional data.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, IFRS, or other relevant accounting standards.
• Handle multi‑state sales and use tax filings, ERP tax system maintenance, and potential tax software implementation.
• Support audits, compliance reporting, and process improvements while collaborating cross‑functionally with branch and corporate teams.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• 7‑10 years of experience in corporate accounting with supervisory experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, macros).
• Experience with software such as Net Suite, Quick Books, or similar.
• Strong fundamental and hands‑on capability.
• Ability to communicate across multiple departments both verbally and written.
• Detail‑oriented with a strong ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of automation and system upgrades or implementations (e.g., ERP systems).

• Hybrid in Sarasota, Florida

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting.

The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer:
Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied.

Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.