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Controller | Watkinsville Georgia

Accountants One

Georgia · Posted October 10, 2026

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BACK JOB ID: 18690 In-Office Direct Hire Controller Watkinsville Georgia 0 125000 150000 PER HOUR Accountants One is working with a Construction Client in the Athens area looking for their next Controller . The Controller will oversee the Accounting Department, ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, strengthen internal controls, and provide management with financial information and analysis to support sound business decisions. Responsibilities : Lead and oversee daily accounting operations, including A/P, A/R, payroll, bank reconciliations, and general accounting. Oversee timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP or IFRS , as applicable. Maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls. Manage weekly A/P check runs and reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts. Prepare annual budgets and financial forecasts and communicate significant variances to management. Provide financial analysis and recommendations related to capital investments, pricing, contracts, and business decisions. Establish financial benchmarks and performance measures. Coordinate annual external audits and provide required documentation and information. Ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and federal requirements. Lead, manage, mentor, and develop Accounting Department staff. Identify training and professional development needs within the accounting team. Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements : Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. 10+ years of progressive accounting experience. Must have construction experience or manufacturing experience but would need to be in food manufacturing or pharma. Experience with Job Costing and WIP - a must have. Previous experience managing and developing accounting staff. Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls. Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and time-management skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Proficiency with accounting and tax preparation software. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel. ERP system experience. CPA or CMA designation preferred. Submit Your Resume: Controller Fill out the form below to submit your resume for this position. Your submission has been received! Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form. Job Listed: 1791395854720 SHARE Thank you! Your submission has been received! Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form. Job Alerts Receive job alerts directly in your inbox - Subscribe Now! Related Jobs Senior Revenue Accountant ATLANTA Georgia 90000 100000 View Details Controller Watkinsville Georgia 125000 150000 View Details Senior Property Accountant Atlanta Georgia 85000 90000 View Details Tax Manager Newnan Georgia 110000 130000 View Details Accounts Payable Specialist KENNESAW Georgia 55000 60000 View Details Senior Property Accountant Atlanta Georgia 85000 105000 View Details Plant Controller Irvine California 130000 160000 View Details Senior Financial Analyst Irvine California 100000 125000 View Details Controller - SaaS / Software Company ATLANTA Georgia 135000 150000 View Details Accounting Manager, Consolidation and Reporting Systems ALPHARETTA Georgia 130000 160000 View Details Accounting Manager Conyers Georgia 0 65 View Details Lease Administrator Atlanta Georgia 80000 90000 View Details Tax Compliance Manager Atlanta Georgia 100000 110000 View Details Staff Accountant ATLANTA Georgia 65000 75000 View Details SEC Reporting Manager ALPHARETTA Georgia 155000 185000 View Details Senior Tax Accountant Sandy Springs Georgia 85000 105000 View Details Senior Accountant / Fund Accountant Fort Worth Texas 110000 110000 View Details Senior Accountant Duluth Georgia 80000 100000 View Details Accounting Manager Atlanta Georgia 80000 95000 View Details National Accounting & Finance Recruiter and Business Development Leader Atlanta Georgia 85000 100000 View Details Accounting Manager Atlanta Georgia 100000 115000 View Details Tax Manager Sandy Springs Georgia 110000 125000 View Details Return to Job Board