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Controller
Kforce • Bethesda, MD
No Relocation
Posted: September 21, 2026
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and cash management
- Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes
- Prepare and review accurate financial statements in accordance with US GAAP
- Maintain the general ledger, chart of accounts, and accounting policies and procedures
- Perform and review account reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, and adjustments
- Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting to senior leadership
- Monitor cash flow, working capital, and key financial metrics
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities
- Develop, implement, and maintain effective accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
- Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, tax requirements, and regulatory guidelines
- Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and other outside professionals as needed
- Manage, mentor, and develop accounting team members
- Partner with executive leadership and department heads on financial matters
- Provide financial analysis and insights to support business decisions
- Identify trends, risks, and opportunities within the organization's financial results
- Lead or support accounting system implementations, process improvements, and automation initiatives
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with prior Controller, Assistant Controller, or accounting management experience preferred
- Experience managing the month-end and year-end close processes
- Strong general ledger and account reconciliation experience
- Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
- Experience working with an ERP/accounting system such as NetSuite, Sage Intacct, Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, Oracle, or similar
- Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining internal controls and accounting procedures
- Strong understanding of US GAAP and financial reporting principles
- Strong Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, and financial reporting functions
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and effectively in a fully remote environment
- CPA or other relevant professional certification
- Experience managing or mentoring an accounting team
- Public accounting or audit experience
- Experience with financial system implementations or process automation
- Experience in a project-based, multi-entity, or rapidly growing organization
- Experience partnering directly with executive leadership
- Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills
- Fully Remote or Hybrid
- Requires strong communication, organization, and time-management skills
- Must be comfortable collaborating with cross-functional teams and leadership in a virtual environment
- Occasional virtual meetings and collaboration across multiple departments and time zones