Controller

Mountain Heritage Systems•Newland, NC

9d•$80,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

Founded in 1975, we are a successful, family-owned business with approximately 38 employees, located in the beautiful mountains of western North Carolina. For nearly 50 years, we’ve built our reputation on quality, integrity, and long-term relationships. We offer a stable, collaborative work environment where employees are valued, contributions matter, and you’ll have direct access to ownership. We are seeking a hands-on Controller to manage and maintain financial operations across multiple related entities. This is a working leadership role that combines day-to-day accounting responsibility with oversight of financial processes and reporting. You will be directly responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance, and improving systems as the company continues to grow. This role includes supervision of an Accounts Receivable/Payable team member and responsibility for ensuring accurate and efficient transaction processing.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
5–7+ years of accounting experience (multi-entity preferred)
Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and reconciliations
Experience working with external CPAs, banks, and benefit providers
Familiarity with QuickBooks (required) and Salesforce (a plus)
Highly organized and detail-oriented
Comfortable being both hands-on and accountable for the full financial function
Detail-oriented and process-driven
Able to manage multiple entities and priorities
Capable of leading and supporting a small team
Self-directed, dependable, and highly organized
Strong communicator who works well with leadership

Responsibilities

Maintain general ledger across multiple entities
Perform monthly reconciliations and ensure accurate financial records
Prepare monthly financial reporting packages
Manage jobs-in-progress accounting, including cost updates and journal entries
Reconcile intercompany accounts
Support improvements to job costing processes
Coordinate with external CPA on tax preparation, including journal entries, trial balances, year-end close, and supporting documentation
Prepare and file multi-state sales tax (NC, FL, GA, TN)
File annual reports with state agencies
Oversee 401(k) compliance, including testing, reporting, and employee notifications
Manage bank accounts, deposits, and online banking portals
Maintain account access and bank authorizations
Process debt payments and maintain schedules
Manage investment accounts, including interest tracking and transfers
Administer employee benefits, including enrollments, changes, and terminations
Reconcile and process monthly benefits invoices
Manage company insurance policies and renewals
Maintain accurate records of insured assets (e.g., vehicles)
Supervise and support the Accounts Receivable/Payable function
Review work for accuracy and timeliness
Establish efficient workflows and clear processes
Provide structure, guidance, and accountability
Maintain organized financial and corporate records
Manage key business contacts, portals, and compliance systems
Track deadlines and maintain financial calendars
Maintain lease agreements and property-related financial obligations
Process Improvement Lead improvements to job costing and financial reporting processes
Identify and implement improvements to accounting workflows and internal controls
Help build more efficient and scalable financial processes