Controller

ARUZA PEST CONTROL•Charlotte, NC

18d

About The Position

Aruza is a people-focused organization dedicated to providing exceptional pest control services while fostering personal and professional growth for our team members. We are a dynamic and fast-growing organization at the forefront of transformational change. We are committed to process improvement, innovation, and building a talented team to drive our mission forward. Role Summary The Controller is responsible for leading the company’s accounting operations, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, and supporting the organization’s growth through process improvement, team development, and effective system utilization. This role serves as a key partner to the CFO, translating financial strategy into disciplined execution while managing day-to-day accounting, close, and compliance activities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (CPA preferred but not required)
8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibility
Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting best practices
Proven experience managing month-end close, audits, and internal controls
Experience with accounting systems and process optimization in a growing organization
Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills

Responsibilities

Own and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and consistency
Oversee the general ledger, journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
Review and approve balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring proper documentation and controls are in place
Ensure compliance with GAAP and other applicable accounting standards
Prepare and review monthly financial statements and management reporting packages
Partner with the CFO on variance analysis, trend analysis, and key accounting insights
Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities with accurate historical data
Provide ad hoc financial analysis to support leadership decision-making
Lead audit readiness efforts and serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors
Ensure compliance with internal policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements
Maintain, document, and enhance internal controls to mitigate financial and operational risk
Drive continuous improvement of accounting processes to increase efficiency, scalability, and accuracy
Optimize utilization of accounting systems and financial tools
Partner with cross-functional teams to improve data flow, communication, and financial controls
Act as a trusted accounting advisor to the CFO and broader leadership team
Support strategic initiatives including growth planning, financing activities, and M&A execution from an accounting perspective
Improve financial communication, visibility, and transparency across the organization