Controller

American Pest•Columbia, MD

7d•$115 - $130•Hybrid

About The Position

American Pest is seeking a strong accounting professional to lead its accounting team and oversee day-to-day accounting operations. The Controller will ensure financial reporting is accurate, timely, and reliable, and will work closely with the VP of Finance on the financial close, internal controls, processes, and scalable accounting practices. The opportunity is suitable for an experienced Controller or an accomplished accounting professional stepping into the role for the first time. The role oversees the general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, cash management, payroll accounting, fixed assets, and monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes. Responsibilities also include preparing and reviewing financial statements, maintaining internal controls and GAAP-aligned practices, supporting audits, and ensuring accurate information flows among accounting, operational, payment, and banking systems. The Controller will identify process improvements, strengthen procedures, and develop the accounting operation as the business grows. The position follows a hybrid schedule: three days per week at American Pest's headquarters in Columbia, Maryland, and two days working from home once established in the position.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
At least 5 years of experience with accrual accounting.
Experience leading audits and establishing internal controls.
Ability to create financial modeling and forecasting tools.
Strong understanding and functional application of MS Office, especially Excel.
Ability to multitask and prioritize competing responsibilities by urgency and importance in a fast-paced environment.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong data entry skills and a high level of accuracy.
Ability to be a positive, upbeat team player.
High attention to detail and a desire to get things right.
Ability to concentrate for extended periods of time.
Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English.
Legal eligibility to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Acquisition integration experience.
CPA.
Experience overseeing a full accounting close cycle and reporting to a larger corporate entity or C-suite.
Financial management experience.

Responsibilities

Lead and develop the accounting team.
Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including the general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, cash management, payroll accounting, and fixed assets.
Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
Prepare and review financial statements and ensure financial reporting is accurate, timely, and reliable.
Maintain strong internal controls and GAAP-aligned accounting practices.
Support audits and establish internal controls.
Ensure accurate information flows between accounting, operational, payment, and banking systems.
Improve accounting processes and procedures to support the department's continued growth and scalability.
Work closely with the VP of Finance on financial close, controls, and accounting processes.

Benefits

Blue Cross Blue Shield medical PPO options.
Delta Dental and vision coverage.
Prescription drug program.
Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and childcare expenses.
Health Savings Plans available with qualified plans.
Competitive salary.
Traditional and Roth 401(k) savings plans.
Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability, with options to buy additional coverage.
Optional long-term disability, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
Stable, year-round employment with opportunities for growth.
Paid training.
Paid time off and eight paid holidays.
Opportunities for advancement.