Controller

Hydro Service & Supplies, Inc•Durham, NC

5d•$120,000 - $140,000

About The Position

The Controller owns the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process across all entities and locations, ensuring accurate and timely GAAP financial statements. The role oversees core accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, fixed assets, and the general ledger, and maintains effective internal controls and documented accounting processes. The Controller leads external audit and tax preparation coordination, partners with the CFO on multi-state tax compliance, and manages cash and treasury activities. The role also drives financial variance analysis, manages manufacturing revenue recognition and cost of goods sold, and supervises and develops accounting staff. The Controller supports the CFO with financial analysis, board and lender reporting, special projects, and compliance with applicable accounting and financial reporting regulations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
At least 7 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a Controller or Assistant Controller role.
Strong working knowledge of NetSuite.
Advanced Excel proficiency.
Demonstrated ownership of the full close cycle and financial statement preparation under GAAP.
Prior experience managing or coordinating external audits and multi-state tax compliance.
Strong analytical skills and ability to translate financial detail into clear guidance for non-financial leaders.
Proven people-management experience and ability to build and develop an accounting team.
High degree of accuracy, discretion, and integrity in handling sensitive financial information.

Nice To Haves

CPA strongly preferred.
Experience in a multi-location or multi-state manufacturing, distribution, or field-services business strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process across all entities and locations, ensuring accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
Manage and review balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, and account analyses; investigate and resolve discrepancies.
Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, fixed assets, and general ledger functions.
Maintain and strengthen internal controls over financial reporting; document and monitor key accounting processes and policies.
Lead external audits and tax preparation, coordinating fieldwork, schedules, and support with outside auditors and tax preparers.
Partner with the CFO on multi-state tax compliance, including sales/use tax and state income/franchise tax filings across operating jurisdictions.
Lead cash management and treasury functions, including bank reconciliations and cash flow monitoring.
Drive month-over-month and budget-to-actual variance analysis by division and location, identifying probable causes and escalating issues to the CFO.
Manage revenue recognition and cost of goods sold for a manufacturing company.
Supervise, train, and develop accounting staff; establish clear close-cycle timelines and review procedures.
Support the CFO with ad hoc financial analysis, board and lender reporting packages, and special projects.
Ensure compliance with company policy and applicable federal, state, and local accounting and financial reporting regulations.