Controller
The CSP Group · St Louis, MO · 3 wk ago
On-siteAccountingFull-time
Responsibilities
- Own and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process across all entities
- Ensure timely, accurate, and complete financial statements prepared in accordance with GAAP
- Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and close support
- Maintain a disciplined close calendar and enforce deadlines
- Serve as the primary authority on GAAP, accounting policy, and technical accounting matters
- Research, document, and implement accounting treatment for complex transactions (M&A, equity, intercompany, leases, revenue)
- Maintain accounting policies, procedures, and documentation
- Lead all external audits, reviews, and examinations
- Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors and tax advisors
- Manage audit planning, PBC requests, issue resolution, and final deliverables
- Carefully coordinate with tax advisors to ensure timely and accurate filings (income, sales/use, payroll, etc.)
- Design, implement, and maintain effective internal controls
- Identify financial and operational risks and implement mitigation strategies
- Ensure compliance with internal policies and applicable regulatory requirements
- Own the accounting system of record (NetSuite) and related subledgers
- Ensure system configuration supports GAAP compliance and scalable processes
- Partner with FP&A and IT on data integrity, integrations, and process improvements
- Drive continuous improvement in accounting workflows and efficiency
- Lead and develop the accounting team, setting clear expectations and accountability
- Provide coaching, review work product, and support professional growth
- Establish clear ownership across accounting roles to avoid duplication and gaps
- Partner with the CFO on accounting implications of strategic initiatives
- Collaborate with FP&A, Commissions, and Operations to ensure clean handoffs and data accuracy
- Clearly communicate accounting outcomes, risks, and issues to leadership
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- CPA certification required
- Minimum of 7 years of accounting experience
- Public accounting experience strongly preferred
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, technical accounting and financial regulations
- Demonstrated ownership of month-end close and audit
- NetSuite or comparable ERP experience
- Experience with multi-entity and intercompany accounting
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Advanced Excel skills
- Proven ability to lead, review, and develop accounting staff
- Strong communication, judgment, and organizational skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Knowledge of tax compliance and reporting