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Controller

Salary: $130,000 – $160,000 Base

Why This Opportunity Stands Out: • Join a six-time Gold Winner of Best of Madison with a strong reputation and long-term stability • Lead and develop an established accounting team while influencing department performance • Enjoy a culture that prioritizes people, collaboration, and an open-door leadership style • Play a key role in continuous improvement initiatives and operational efficiencies • Work for an organization that embraces technology and AI tools, including Copilot and Claude • Benefit from a flexible work environment with one remote day per week

Key Responsibilities for the Controller:

Direct the company’s accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and regulatory compliance

Drive the annual budgeting process and provide financial insights to support business planning and operational performance

Monitor liquidity, cash management, and financial health to support continued growth

Establish, refine, and enforce accounting policies, controls, and financial best practices

Lead audit, tax, and compliance activities while serving as a key finance resource for leadership

Build, mentor, and scale the accounting function while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency through technology and automation

Qualifications for the Controller:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance with CPA or CMA

Progressive accounting leadership experience with responsibility for financial reporting and team management

Strong foundation in GAAP, internal controls, budgeting, cost accounting, and financial analysis

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