Job #NR175 Financial Controller Atlanta, GA Full-Time Regular Max. Salary: $160,000.00 Min. Yrs. Experience: 0

Financial Controller

National Professional Services Firm

Compensation: $130,000 – $150,000 + Bonus

Hybrid Schedule – Work from Home 1 Day per Week

A nationally recognized professional services organization is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead and strengthen its financial operations. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for a finance professional who thrives in a collaborative, project-driven environment and enjoys partnering across accounting, HR, and senior leadership.

The ideal candidate brings 8+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including leadership within a professional services setting. Experience supporting design, architecture, engineering, or consulting organizations is highly preferred.

This role offers the opportunity to shape and enhance financial processes, build team capabilities, and drive operational discipline across a growing organization.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

Lead and mentor accounting, administrative, and HR support staff

Coordinate team workloads, scheduling, and training initiatives

Foster a collaborative and performance-driven culture

Financial Oversight & Operations

Oversee monthly financial close processes in partnership with accounting

Support quarterly break-even and profitability analyses

Assist with annual audit coordination and compliance efforts

Review and enhance internal controls and financial procedures

Identify and implement process improvements that increase operational efficiency and profitability

Compliance & Risk Management

Ensure adherence to government regulations and reporting requirements

Coordinate with HR on required state and federal filings

Respond to insurance carrier audits and manage documentation requests

Prepare and oversee annual corporate insurance reviews and renewals

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (required)

CPA strongly preferred

8+ years of accounting/finance experience

Prior experience in a professional services environment (required)

Experience in a design or project-based firm (strongly preferred)

Background in a mid-sized organization with involvement in monthly operational and financial close processes

Deep understanding of accounting systems and financial data flows

Experience working with cloud-based financial systems

Skills & Competencies

Strong financial acumen and analytical capability

Ability to interpret financial results and provide strategic insights

Critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills

Proven leadership and team collaboration abilities

Clear and confident communication across all organizational levels

Adaptable and solutions-oriented mindset

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary: $130,000 – $150,000

Performance-based bonus opportunity

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Hybrid schedule – one remote workday per week