Corporate Controller

Position: Controller (Permanent)
Location: Honolulu Industry: Business Salary: $90,000 annually, based on experience

Local organization seeking an experienced Controller to oversee all aspects of accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls. This role is responsible for managing corporate accounting functions, supervising related departments, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations, and providing financial analysis to support organizational goals. The Controller will play a key role in streamlining processes, strengthening controls, and guiding the accounting team.

• Manage all functions of the corporate accounting department, including general ledger, reconciliations, financial statements, and reporting.
• Develop, implement, and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Oversee payroll processing, cash disbursements/receipts, and bank reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, variance analyses, and cash flow projections.
• Coordinate budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.
• Review and renew corporate insurance policies; coordinate tax planning and filing with external firms.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Supervise and support related departments (e.g., payroll audit/collections, contribution accounting).
• Collaborate with leadership and other departments to provide financial insights and operational support.
• Manage external audits and coordinate with auditors, tax advisors, and other stakeholders.
• Lead, develop, and evaluate accounting staff, including performance reviews and training.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field (CPA preferred).
• 5+ years of progressive accounting and financial management experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting.
• Experience with full-cycle bookkeeping and financial statement preparation.
• Skilled in budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Proficient with accounting software (Quick Books or similar) and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong leadership, supervisory, and team-building abilities.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Public accounting or audit background.
• Payroll and payroll tax compliance.
• Experience with HR administration and employment law knowledge.