Controller

Our client is headquartered in Roswell, GA, and is in the business of impact. In fact, it is the most important thing they strive to do. They have been voted one of the world’s most impactful companies for the past four years! They are tireless in their pursuit of bringing sustainable success to farmers across multiple categories, around the world. Their entrepreneurial culture is built on a strong foundation of authentic relationship building, providing excellent customer service to suppliers and customers, and offering quality products.

They are seeking an experienced Controller to join their dynamic team.
This is a unique opportunity to join a rapidly growing international company. The Controller will lead all accounting operations and ensure the integrity of the company’s financial reporting. This role is responsible for managing the day-to-day accounting function, overseeing the monthly close process, and providing timely, accurate financial insights to support business decisions. This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for someone who can operate both strategically and tactically in a growing, mid-sized organization.

Responsibilities

Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and fixed assets
• Manage and improve the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
• Prepare and review accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, tax, and reporting requirements

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop a small accounting team of one senior staff member
• Establish and maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies
• Drive accountability and continuous improvement within the finance function

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the annual budgeting process and ongoing financial forecasting
• Monitor financial performance and provide variance analysis
• Partner with leadership to support strategic planning and decision-making

Cash Management & Operations

• Oversee cash flow, banking relationships, and working capital management
• Optimize financial processes and systems to improve efficiency and scalability
• Support operational initiatives with financial analysis and insights

Audit & Compliance

• Coordinate and manage external audits and tax filings
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal policies
• Maintain documentation and readiness for audits and reviews

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance 
• CPA strongly preferred
• 7–12+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Prior Controller or Assistant Controller experience in a mid-sized company 
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
• Experience managing a team

Key Competencies

• Strong leadership and team development skills
• Hands-on, detail-oriented with a willingness to “roll up sleeves.”
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Effective communicator with the ability to partner cross-functionally
• Systems-savvy with experience improving processes

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to play a key leadership role in a growing company
• High visibility with executive leadership
• Ability to make a direct impact on financial strategy and operations
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial work environment