<p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to provide accounting leadership for a Financial Services organization in Bonita Springs, Florida. This <strong>Long-term Contract</strong> opportunity is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented finance specialist who can quickly evaluate current accounting operations, guide a fast-paced close process, and identify practical improvements that strengthen efficiency and control. The person in this role will partner closely with accounting leadership, support audit and tax coordination, and help define a scalable structure for the future.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Review the current accounting function, identify operational gaps, and present recommendations for an effective future-state controllership structure.</p><p>• Lead oversight of the month-end close process, helping the team meet accelerated reporting deadlines with accuracy and consistency.</p><p>• Improve accounting workflows by reducing manual effort and introducing practical automation opportunities across core processes.</p><p>• Create and formalize standard operating procedures so key accounting activities are documented and repeatable.</p><p>• Supervise general accounting activities, including journal entry review, reconciliations, and controls over financial reporting.</p><p>• Oversee finance operations reconciliations related to client payment activity, ensuring balances are accurate and issues are resolved promptly.</p><p>• Coordinate with external tax providers by organizing required support, monitoring deliverables, and helping maintain compliance timelines.</p><p>• Serve as a primary accounting lead during corporate audit activity by preparing documentation, responding to requests, and supporting follow-up items.</p><p>• Evaluate payroll-related accounting entries and recommend more efficient integrations or process enhancements where appropriate.</p>

<p>Top Skillsets:</p><p>1. Attention to detail, analytical</p><p>2. Experience running close </p><p>3. Experience with outsourced taxes</p><p>4. Understand audit process and been part of audit process as a lead</p><p>5. Fintech background would be great </p><p><br></p><p>• Prior experience in a Controller or Assistant Controller capacity with responsibility for close management and accounting oversight.</p><p>• Strong command of month-end close, general ledger activity, and core controllership functions in a fast-moving environment.</p><p>• Demonstrated ability to improve processes, implement procedures, and document workflows in a practical manner.</p><p>• Experience partnering with outsourced tax providers and supplying information required for federal and related tax matters.</p><p>• Working knowledge of audit coordination, including preparing schedules, managing requests, and supporting audit readiness.</p><p>• High attention to detail with strong analytical skills and sound judgment in resolving accounting issues.</p><p>• Proficiency with QuickBooks Online and comfort working within evolving accounting processes.</p><p>• Financial services or fintech industry experience is helpful, especially exposure to payment-related reconciliations.</p>

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