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Position Summary
The Director / Controller leads the day-to-day accounting operations of the organization, overseeing Payroll, Accounts Payable, and the General Ledger, and partnering closely with FP&A on budgeting and forecasting. This role owns the monthly close process, internal controls, and financial reporting accuracy, and is a key driver of the company's continued use and optimization of NetSuite as the accounting system of record.
Key Responsibilities
•      Oversee and manage the Payroll, Accounts Payable, and General Ledger functions, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
•      Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.
•      Serve as the primary functional owner of NetSuite for accounting, including chart of accounts maintenance, workflow configuration, and reporting.
•      Partner with FP&A on budgeting and forecasting.
•      Design, implement, and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure GAAP compliance.
•      Prepare and review financial statements and management reporting packages for the VP of Finance and executive team.
•      Manage external audit and tax preparation processes, serving as primary liaison with auditors and tax advisors.
•      Identify and drive process improvements and automation opportunities within the accounting function, particularly within NetSuite.
•      Mentor, develop, and manage accounting staff across Payroll, AP, and GL.
Qualifications
•      Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred but not required.
•      7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 2+ years in a Controller or accounting leadership role.
•      Hands-on NetSuite experience required, including system administration, reporting, and process configuration.
•      Strong experience managing transactional accounting functions, including AR, AP, credit, and payroll.
•      Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and month-end close processes.
•      Experience leading and developing accounting professionals.
•      Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a high degree of attention to detail.
•      Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
•      Advanced Excel skills; experience with FP&A tools and reporting a plus.
Preferred Skills
•      Prior experience in a multi-entity or high-growth environment.
•      Experience with NetSuite implementations, integrations, or system migrations.
•      Familiarity with cost accounting principles and practices.
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