$100,000–$125,000 Per Year
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Accounting Manager/Controller
LHH Recruitment Solutions is searching for an Accounting Manager or Controller, for an in-office opportunity in the far Westend of Richmond, Virginia.
We are partnering with a growing, technology-enabled financial services organization seeking a Controller to lead and scale its accounting function. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven Accounting Manager ready to step into a Controller role or an experienced Controller looking for a hands-on leadership position in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
This role is fully onsite and reports directly to senior leadership.
Position Overview
The Controller will oversee all aspects of the accounting function, including financial reporting, month-end close, general ledger management, and audit coordination. This is a player-coach role, requiring both hands-on execution and team leadership.
Key Responsibilities
- Accounting & Financial Reporting
- Own monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
- Maintain general ledger accuracy, reconciliations, and supporting schedules
- Prepare financial statements in accordance with US GAAP
- Ensure timely and accurate reporting to leadership
- Manage accruals, journal entries, and account analyses
- Operations & Controls
- Strengthen internal controls and accounting processes
- Ensure audit readiness and support external audit activities
- Oversee compliance with regulatory and financial reporting requirements
- Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy
- Team Leadership
- Lead, mentor, and develop a small accounting team
- Establish clear expectations and accountability across functions
- Foster a high-performing, collaborative team environment
- Systems & Process Improvement
- Support and optimize accounting systems and financial tools
- Partner with internal stakeholders on automation and process enhancements
- Leverage technology to improve reporting and operational efficiency
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- CPA strongly preferred
- 7–10+ years of progressive accounting experience
- Experience owning the full close cycle and working with external auditors
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP
- Prior experience in financial services, mortgage, real estate, or similar industries preferred
- Demonstrated leadership experience or readiness to step into a leadership role
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Stable career progression with increasing responsibility
- Strong attention to detail and accountability
- Comfortable in a hands-on, high-visibility role
- Tech-savvy with advanced Excel skills and openness to new systems and tools (including AI-enabled solutions)
- Dependable, proactive, and solutions-oriented mindset
Pay Details: $100,000.00 to $125,000.00 per year
Search managed by: Bruce Taylor Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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