Group Controller

About the role

Vernovis is a Total Talent Solutions company that specializes in Technology, Cybersecurity, Finance & Accounting functions. At Vernovis, we help these professionals achieve their career goals, matching them with innovative projects and dynamic direct hire opportunities in Ohio and across the Midwest.

Vernovis partnering with a multi-location organization seeking an experienced Group Controller to oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and financial performance across its companies and locations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting operations and ensure timely and accurate financial reporting across multiple company locations.
• Prepare and distribute consolidated financial statements, monthly reporting packages, and financial analysis for management and the parent company.
• Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes, monitor performance against plan, and provide insights to support strategic business decisions.
• Establish, maintain, and monitor financial policies, procedures, internal controls, and safeguards over company assets.
• Oversee intercompany transactions, physical inventory counts, debt covenant compliance, fixed-charge calculations, and other key financial activities.
• Manage external audit preparation, quarterly reviews, corporate tax reporting, and relationships with auditors, tax advisers, bankers, and other external partners.
• Provide leadership and financial oversight to location Controllers and accounting teams, including training, performance management, recruiting, and team development.
• Partner closely with the CFO and other business leaders to improve financial performance, operational efficiency, profitability, and overall financial strategy.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• Active CPA certification is required.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and audit processes.
• Experience leading accounting and finance functions across multiple entities, companies, or locations.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and financial systems skills with demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, leadership, and communication abilities.

Qualifications

• Experience managing and developing Controllers or other accounting and finance professionals.
• Experience with multi-location or consolidated financial reporting, intercompany eliminations, inventory accounting, and debt covenant compliance.
• Experience partnering directly with CFO-level leadership and external auditors, tax advisers, bankers, and other financial stakeholders.

Pay

Salary range: $135,000‑$160,000 (direct hire).

Schedule

On‑site.