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2 results for Controller in Nicholasville, KY
- Frankfort, KY
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 100000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
- <p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead core accounting operations for our client in Central Kentucky. This role oversees financial reporting, cash management, compliance, and internal controls while partnering with senior leadership to support sound fiscal decision-making. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, a collaborative leadership style, and the ability to guide both daily operations and long-range financial priorities.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the institution’s accounting activities across general ledger operations, fixed assets, grants, accounts payable, and treasury functions to maintain accurate and timely financial records.</p><p>• Lead, coach, and support accounting team members by setting expectations, developing talent, and promoting consistent performance and accountability.</p><p>• Monitor short-term and long-range cash activity, evaluate liquidity needs, and recommend effective use of available operating funds to optimize financial position.</p><p>• Produce clear financial and operational reporting on cash balances, investment performance, receivables, and other key indicators for leadership review.</p><p>• Analyze general ledger accounts and financial trends to identify drivers affecting fiscal health and provide insight for management decisions.</p><p>• Oversee the continued enhancement and effective use of financial systems, collaborating with finance, human resources, payroll, and information technology teams as needed.</p><p>• Manage the preparation for internal and external audits, coordinate audit activity, and help ensure adherence to federal and state requirements as well as institutional policies.</p><p>• Supervise year-end close activities, review balance sheet reconciliations, and direct the preparation of annual financial statements, audit work papers, and required state reporting.</p><p>• Strengthen internal control practices by developing, implementing, and monitoring procedures that protect assets and preserve the integrity of financial data.</p><p>• Serve as a key advisor to finance leadership and maintain productive relationships with banks, auditors, government agencies, and campus departments on accounting matters.</p>
- 2026-08-21T00:00:00Z
- Lexington, KY
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 70000 - 71500 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for an accomplished Controller to lead core accounting activities and provide reliable financial insight for the organization in Lexington, Kentucky. This position is suited for someone in finance with strong experience in reporting, budgeting, and general ledger oversight who can translate complex data into clear recommendations. The role works closely with leadership, supports sound financial decision-making, and helps maintain accurate records across multiple entities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger activity, journal entry review, and month-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting.<br>• Prepare and analyze financial statements, delivering meaningful commentary on performance trends and significant variances against budget.<br>• Partner with leadership on forecasting and annual budget development, helping departments align financial plans with business objectives.<br>• Complete account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies across balance sheet and income statement accounts with a high level of accuracy.<br>• Manage intercompany accounting activities, including transaction review, reconciliation, and proper documentation between related entities.<br>• Support external audit requirements by organizing schedules, responding to requests, and assisting with annual audited financial statement preparation.<br>• Develop financial analysis for leadership presentations, special initiatives, and operational reviews to support strategic decisions.<br>• Maintain strong internal controls and safeguard confidential financial information while ensuring compliance with established policies.<br>• Travel periodically to operating locations to review financial matters, collaborate with local teams, and present results to stakeholders as needed.
- 2026-08-18T00:00:00Z