Sr. Controller

Spectrum Laboratories, LLC•Cincinnati, OH

11d•$130,000 - $140,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Reading Group (TRG) is seeking an experienced, operationally focused Sr. Controller to direct our financial operations. Reporting directly to Ownership, this role serves as the executive bridge between financial management and operational execution. The ideal candidate will combine strong working capital management - including cash forecasting, operational budgeting, and PO controls. This position works closely with our Controller who handles daily accounting routines, as well as Ownership and external CPA advisors who manage tax filings and corporate treasury relationships.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field (CPA or MBA preferred).
10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience (e.g., Controller, VP of Finance, Director of Finance, or CFO) within small-to-midsized businesses.
Demonstrated experience in multi-entity environments (Retail, Wholesale, Distribution, or Commercial Real Estate experience preferred).
Advanced proficiency in cash flow modeling, budgeting, and financial reporting.
Strong expertise in ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics), financial management software (Avid / Rent Manager), and Microsoft Office Suite (advanced Excel).
Solid understanding of GAAP as well as cash-based and multi-entity accounting principles.
Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
Pragmatic problem-solver comfortable working in an entrepreneurial, family-owned business culture.

Nice To Haves

CPA or MBA preferred

Responsibilities

Cash planning, short- and long-term liquidity forecasting, and working capital optimization across all business units.
Oversee the annual budgeting process, monitor department-level spending, and produce monthly operational financial metrics for Ownership.
Maintain corporate procurement policies, purchase order (PO) authorization limits, credit card (AmEx) reconciliation procedures, and expense controls.
Provide strategic oversight over real estate receivables (AR), retail/wholesale payables (AP), inventory controls, and cash-based accounting routines.
Partner with and mentor the Controller to ensure accurate general ledger maintenance, GAAP compliance, and timely monthly closes.
Continuous evaluation and refinement of shared service workflows to improve service delivery across all business entities.
Collaborate with Ownership to provide accurate financial reports for banking, treasury, and capital decisions.
Organize annual operational accounting records to ensure seamless data handoffs to Ownership and external CPA partners for corporate tax filings.