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2 results for Controller in Durham, NC

Controller
  • Mebane, NC
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 125000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a Controller to oversee the full accounting function and provide reliable financial leadership for one of our clients&#39; operations. This role combines day-to-day financial oversight with higher-level reporting, analysis, and process improvement across manufacturing and corporate activities. The ideal candidate brings strong controllership experience, sound judgment, and the ability to support business decisions with accurate and timely financial insight.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct accounting operations, managing activities that range from transaction oversight to financial analysis and operational reporting.</p><p>• Lead the monthly close process, ensuring results from plant and corporate operations are completed accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Maintain the general ledger by enforcing proper coding standards, reviewing entries, and preparing necessary adjustments to support complete financial records.</p><p>• Strengthen the control environment by implementing procedures that protect assets, support compliance, and improve the reliability of financial information.</p><p>• Oversee accounts-related workflows, including review and approval of invoices and journal entries, while helping the team maintain efficient daily processing.</p><p>• Manage inventory and fixed asset accounting, including valuation, capitalization, depreciation, and reconciliation activities at period end.</p><p>• Produce consolidated financial statements and deliver recurring and ad hoc reporting that helps leadership evaluate performance and make informed decisions.</p><p>• Coordinate external audit and tax support activities, including audit deliverables, filing support, and direct management of state sales and use tax compliance.</p>
  • 2026-05-11T00:00:00Z
Assistant Controller
  • Durham, NC
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 55 - 70 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to join a growing biotech organization in the Raleigh-Durham, NC area on an interim basis. This Contract opportunity is suited for a hands-on, detail-oriented accounting specialist who can bring structure to a scaling finance function while supporting accurate reporting and strong compliance practices. The position works closely with finance leadership and cross-functional partners to improve accounting operations, strengthen controls, and support continued growth. Candidates who are comfortable balancing detailed execution with broader financial oversight will be well positioned for success in this role. This contract role has potential to turn into a permanent position. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Direct the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close cycle to ensure timely results and adherence to U.S. accounting standards.</p><p>• Prepare and evaluate journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements with a strong focus on accuracy and completeness.</p><p>• Address technical accounting topics related to research and development spending, accruals, capitalization, revenue considerations, and equity-related activity.</p><p>• Coordinate audit preparation efforts and serve as a primary contact for external auditors, tax specialists, and other financial advisors.</p><p>• Develop and refine internal controls, accounting policies, and procedural documentation to support a growing business environment.</p><p>• Collaborate with FP&amp;A, operations, and scientific stakeholders to align financial reporting with day-to-day business activities.</p><p>• Support improvements to financial systems and reporting tools, including ERP platforms such as NetSuite or comparable applications.</p><p>• Assist with finance infrastructure needed for future fundraising or public-company readiness, including stronger documentation and reporting discipline.</p><p>• Provide guidance and day-to-day support to accounting staff as the team expands.</p>
  • 2026-05-01T00:00:00Z