Controller

Our client, a membership-based academic organization, is looking for a Controller to step into a broad, hands-on role reporting to the CEO.  

This isn't a narrow accounting seat — it's a cross-functional leadership role within a small business environment spanning Finance, Accounting, HR, Payroll and IT. You'll be hands-on across monthly close, budgeting, forecasting, payroll, banking/treasury, benefits administration, and vendor/compliance management, with the support of an Accounting Assistant.

This is a 4 days in-office, 1 day remote role based in Atlanta.

What you'll own:

• Full-cycle accounting & financial reporting (QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise)
• Budgeting and forecasting
• Treasury, banking, and payment platform oversight
• Payroll, benefits, and 401(k)/retirement plan administration
• HR administration (recruiting logistics, onboarding, performance reviews)
• Business compliance, insurance, and vendor/IT oversight — significant administrative scope alongside the finance function

What we're looking for:

• 10+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience
• CPA preferred; Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance required
• Experience with QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise
• Strong financial modeling and analytical skills
• Comfort owning a broad, multi-functional scope with minimal oversight in a small business environment
• Membership-organization experience a plus