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-day in-office, 1-day remote role based in Atlanta.What you'll own:Full-cycle accounting & financial reporting (QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise)Budgeting and forecastingTreasury, banking, and payment platform oversightPayroll, benefits, and 401(k)/retirement plan administrationHR administration (recruiting logistics, onboarding, performance reviews)Business compliance, insurance, and vendor/IT oversight — significant administrative scope alongside the finance functionWhat we're looking for:10+ years of progressive accounting/finance experienceCPA preferred; Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance requiredExperience with QuickBooks Desktop EnterpriseStrong financial modeling and analytical skillsComfort owning a broad, multi-functional scope with minimal oversight in a small business environmentMembership-organization experience a plus18596