<p>We are looking for an experienced <strong>Controller (CPA)</strong> to lead core accounting operations for a <strong>private equity-backed organization</strong> in Nashville, Tennessee. This role is ideal for a finance leader who thrives in a multi-location environment and can bring structure, accuracy, and insight to reporting and close activities. The position offers strong long-term growth potential, meaningful visibility with leadership, and the opportunity to contribute to future <strong>acquisition and integration</strong> efforts.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct day-to-day accounting operations and ensure timely, accurate completion of month-end close within established deadlines.</p><p>• Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, and supporting analysis to provide leadership with clear visibility into business performance.</p><p>• Oversee accounting processes across multiple locations, maintaining consistency in controls, reporting standards, and operational execution.</p><p>• Partner with senior leadership on budgeting, forecasting, cash flow oversight, and broader financial planning initiatives.</p><p>• Support private equity reporting requirements by delivering reliable financial data and analysis aligned with stakeholder expectations.</p><p>• Contribute to mergers, acquisitions, and post-deal integration activities, including process alignment, reporting setup, and implementation support.</p><p>• Leverage tools such as Sage Intacct, Power BI, and bill.com to strengthen reporting capabilities, improve workflow efficiency, and enhance decision support.</p><p>• Help guide the evolution of the finance function by providing hands-on leadership and supporting succession planning within the accounting team.</p>
<p>Our client is seeking an experienced <strong>Controller</strong> for an interim engagement in the <strong>Brentwood </strong>area. This opportunity is ideal for a hands-on finance leader who can quickly step into a fast-paced environment, oversee critical accounting and financial operations, and provide strategic guidance during a period of growth and change.</p><p>The successful candidate will be comfortable balancing day-to-day financial leadership with process improvement initiatives, while ensuring the timely delivery of accurate financial information to key stakeholders.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities</li><li>Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial reporting packages</li><li>Perform variance analysis and provide actionable insights to leadership</li><li>Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic business decisions</li><li>Partner with Accounting, Operations, and executive leadership to improve efficiencies and reporting capabilities</li><li>Ensure adherence to internal controls, financial policies, and compliance requirements</li><li>Analyze key performance indicators and business trends to support operational performance</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements, including finance-related system enhancements</li><li>Provide guidance, leadership, and mentorship to accounting and finance team members</li></ul>