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At Cherry Bekaert, we deliver innovative, forward-thinking solutions that help our clients and teams navigate complexity and achieve their goals. As a firm grounded in collaboration and continuous improvement, we are seeking a dynamic Controller to join our team in a hybrid capacity within one of our major markets. This leadership role is ideal for a highly skilled accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about building high-performing teams, strengthening financial processes, and driving operational excellence.

As a key partner to executive leadership, the Controller will play a critical role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining compliance, and advancing the firm’s accounting function. As the Controller, you will:

• Provide leadership to the accounting team, including coaching, mentoring, and professional development, while delivering regular performance feedback


• Prepare and oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements


• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with U.S. GAAP and adherence to the close calendar, identifying and resolving any discrepancies


• Oversee the monthly close of the General Ledger and consolidation and reporting of financial results


• Coordinate and oversee the annual audit process with external auditors


• Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to enhance efficiency and effectiveness


• Oversee accounts payable processes, including vendor payments, and provide oversight of payroll operations


• Monitor cash flow and manage budgeting and forecasting activities


• Assist in strategic financial planning and risk management initiatives


• Collaborate closely with the CFO and executive leadership on financial strategies

What you bring to the role:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field


• CPA designation preferred


• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in accounting and finance, including roles as a Controller or Assistant Controller


• Demonstrated experience managing accounting teams and overseeing financial reporting within a large or complex organization


• Excellent leadership and team management capabilities


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills


• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for diverse audiences


• Ability to develop and implement strategic financial plans


• Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy in financial reporting


• Proficiency in financial management software and ERP systems, preferably Workday


• Advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills


• In-depth knowledge of financial regulations and compliance standards


• Ability to analyze complex financial data and present actionable insights

Our shared values that foster inclusion and belonging including uncompromising integrity, collaboration, trust, and mutual respect.

The opportunity to innovate and do work that motivates and engages you.

A collaborative environment focused on enabling you to further your career growth and continuous professional development.

Competitive compensation and a total rewards package that focuses on all aspects of your wellbeing.

Flexibility to do impactful work and the time to enjoy your life outside of work.

Opportunities to connect and learn from professionals from different backgrounds and with different cultures.

Cherry Bekaert cares about our people. We offer competitive compensation packages based on performance that recognize the value our people bring to our clients and our Firm. The salary range for this position is included below. Individual salaries within this range are determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education, knowledge, skills, and geographic location. In addition, we offer a comprehensive, high-quality benefits program which includes annual bonus, medical, dental, and vision care; disability and life insurance; generous Paid Time Off; retirement plans; Paid Care Leave; and other programs that are dedicated to enhancing your personal and work life and providing you and your family with a measure of financial protection.

• annual bonus


• medical


• dental


• vision care


• disability and life insurance


• generous Paid Time Off


• retirement plans


• Paid Care Leave

Pay Range: $164,200 - $285,000 per year

Cherry Bekaert provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. https://careers.cbh.com/legal-disclosures/ contains further information regarding the firm's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws.

This role is expected to accept applications for at least five calendar days and may continue to be posted until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled. Candidates must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States. Cherry Bekaert will not provide work sponsorship for this position. Cherry Bekaert LLP and Cherry Bekaert Advisory LLC are members of Allinial Global, an accountancy and business advisory global association. Visit us at https://careers.cbh.com/ and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

2026 Cherry Bekaert. All Rights Reserved. At Cherry Bekaert, your career is about you. With growing industry expertise, a strong support system, and our team’s shared values, we encourage you to choose your path. Join the Firm that acknowledges and recognizes the power of the individual.