Controller / Shared Services Leader (Hands-On)

Overview

We are seeking a hands-on Controller / Shared Services Lead to oversee our financial operations and help strengthen the systems that support our growing business.

What You'll Own

• Financial Operations

  • Manage monthly close and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting
  • Maintain GAAP-compliant financials across multiple entities
  • Oversee general ledger, reconciliations, and account integrity
  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow visibility
  • Aid with audit readiness and financial organization

• Shared Services Oversight

  • Support and improve processes across:
  • Payroll
  • Benefits administration
  • HR coordination
  • Insurance and compliance
  • Help bring consistency and structure across these functions

• Systems & Process Improvement

  • Work within Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
  • Improve reporting accuracy and usability
  • Identify inefficiencies and implement better workflows
  • Strengthen internal controls and approval processes
  • Ensure data is clean, consistent, and reliable

• Operational Support

  • Partner with operations and leadership to improve visibility into costs and profitability
  • Help identify areas of inefficiency or margin leakage
  • Support better decision-making through clear financial insights

Who This Role Is For

• You are:
• Detail-oriented and take ownership of your work
• Comfortable working in a growing, evolving environment
• Able to improve processes, not just follow them
• Willing to step in where needed and solve problems
• Practical, organized, and accountable

Who This Role Is NOT For

• Someone who only wants a narrow accounting role
• Someone who needs everything fully defined before acting
• Someone who avoids working across departments

Experience & Background

• 5+ years in accounting or finance (Controller or similar experience preferred)
• Experience with multi-entity or growing businesses is a plus
• Familiarity with ERP systems (Business Central preferred)
• Understanding of basic cost accounting and financial controls
• Experience improving processes or systems