Controller

Join our client's team in Columbus as a Controller in the finance sector. We're seeking a driven individual who is passionate about financial management and accounting excellence. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to our ambitious goals in the finance industry. If you're ready to make a significant impact and grow professionally, apply today and be part of our client's dedicated team.

Here's what you'll do:

• Plan, direct, and coordinate all activities of our accounting team, ensuring smooth and efficient financial operations.
• Communicate effectively with your accounting team and executive leadership, fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Lead the accounting team with integrity and ensure adherence to the highest ethical standards.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports to support informed decision-making.
• Collaborate with vendors and consultants to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Provide insightful financial data and analysis to empower strategic decision-making by the executive team.
• Manage the budgeting process and ensure adherence to financial plans.
• Continuously assess accounting operations, identify areas for improvement, and implement new processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Ensure the implementation and effectiveness of strong accounting and internal control systems.
• Oversee the effectiveness of accounting technology and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Develop, monitor, and communicate key business performance metrics to stakeholders.
• Oversee regulatory reporting, including tax planning and ensuring compliance with federal regulations.
• Lead, motivate, train, and retain a team of talented accounting professionals.

To be successful, you'll need:

• 5+ years of experience as a Controller or similar leadership role.
• A demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a high-performing accounting team.
• In-depth knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Extensive experience in tax planning and implementing tax strategies.
• A thorough understanding of tax and federal regulations.
• Experience managing and overseeing all accounting functions.
• A successful track record of accurately forecasting financial results and key metrics.
• Proficiency in creating and filing financial statements.
• Knowledge of accounting software systems.

Ferretti Search is an award-winning Recruitment Firm specializing in Executive Recruiting and Staffing. Our product is people. Ferretti Search has a dedicated team of executive recruiters ready to help our clients find employment solutions that benefit them as well as match our candidates with a company that meets their job preferences and career goals. At Ferretti Search, we believe in transparency throughout the entire process in order to serve our clients and candidates better. We take pride and value our relationship with our clients and candidates.