Controller, Finance & Banking, CFO

Job Title:

Controller / Head of Accounting

Reports To:

CFO

The Controller / Head of Accounting is a strategic finance leader responsible for overseeing all accounting operations, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, and leading a high‑performing accounting team. This role partners closely with the CFO and cross‑functional leaders to drive operational excellence, support business growth, and strengthen internal controls and financial governance.

• Lead all accounting functions including GL, AP, AR, payroll, revenue recognition, inventory, fixed assets, and cost accounting.
• Partner with the CFO to develop accounting strategies aligned with company growth, M&A activity, and long‑term financial goals.
• Provide insights into financial results, trends, and risks to support executive decision‑making.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead external audits, tax filings, and statutory reporting; serve as the primary point of contact for auditors.
• Maintain strong internal controls and control frameworks.

• Own the accounting systems roadmap, including ERP enhancements, automation initiatives, and acquisition integrations.
• Drive process improvements to increase efficiency, scalability, and data integrity.
• Establish and document accounting policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Lead, coach, and develop a multi‑level accounting team, fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Build talent pipelines, support career development, and ensure succession planning.
• Set clear performance expectations and provide ongoing feedback.

• Collaborate with FP&A, Operations, HR, IT, and Legal to ensure alignment on financial processes, policies, and data integrity.
• Support due diligence, integrations, and accounting implications for acquisitions and business initiatives.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA or equivalent certification strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership of teams.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience with ERP systems and accounting process automation.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and scale high‑performing teams.
• Excellent communication skills for presenting financial information to executive leadership.

• Experience in high‑growth, multi‑entity, or manufacturing/distribution environments.
• Background supporting M&A activity and systems integrations.
• Prior experience working closely with private equity or complex ownership structures.

*** Pay Rate- $90-$97.00/hour

Russell Tobin offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.