We are looking for an experienced accounting leader to oversee financial operations for a mission-driven non-profit organization in Daytona Beach, Florida. This role partners closely with executive leadership to strengthen financial reporting, support sound budget planning, and maintain compliance across grants, contracts, and regulatory obligations. The Director of Accounting will also guide day-to-day accounting functions while helping ensure accurate records, strong internal controls, and dependable payroll and reporting processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the creation and review of financial statements, budget-to-actual reporting, variance analysis, and other key reports needed by leadership, the board, and regulatory agencies.<br>• Oversee financial compliance for grants and government-funded programs by maintaining supporting documentation, monitoring deadlines, and assisting with proposal budgets when needed.<br>• Establish and maintain accounting policies and internal procedures that align with current standards, legal requirements, and nonprofit reporting expectations.<br>• Support federal and state tax reporting by preparing and maintaining required documentation and helping ensure timely, accurate filings.<br>• Collaborate with the Chief Financial Officer to develop the annual operating budget and deliver recurring financial updates that highlight organizational performance.<br>• Supervise payroll, general ledger activity, and core accounting operations while ensuring records are complete, accurate, and properly retained.<br>• Provide cross-functional support for purchasing, invoicing, billing, cash receipts, and the maintenance of contract and lease records when coverage is needed.<br>• Review accounts payable transactions, payroll data, timesheets, and ledger postings to verify accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and strengthen financial controls.<br>• Contribute to audits, month-end close activities, and additional finance-related assignments that support the organization’s ongoing operational needs.
<p>Our client, a public company, is seeking a hands-on <strong>Corporate Controller</strong> with strong <strong>public company</strong> and <strong>manufacturing</strong> experience. This role will lead the company’s accounting and financial reporting functions, with responsibility for full financial reporting, including <strong>10-Q and 10-K preparation</strong>, <strong>audit coordination</strong>, <strong>SOX compliance</strong>, <strong>ICFR audits</strong>, and management of the accounting team. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical accounting knowledge, experience in a manufacturing environment, and strong systems expertise. <strong>Syspro or large ERP experience is required.</strong> This is a fully <strong>in-office</strong> role. <strong>CPA is a plus.</strong></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the company’s <strong>accounting and financial reporting</strong> function in a public company environment.</li><li>Oversee preparation and review of <strong>monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements</strong>.</li><li>Manage the preparation and coordination of <strong>SEC filings</strong>, including <strong>Forms 10-Q and 10-K</strong>.</li><li>Direct the <strong>month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close</strong> processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting.</li><li>Coordinate the <strong>annual external audit</strong> and serve as a primary point of contact for auditors.</li><li>Oversee and support <strong>SOX compliance</strong> and <strong>ICFR audits</strong>, including internal controls documentation, testing, remediation, and ongoing compliance efforts.</li><li>Manage, mentor, and develop the accounting team while ensuring strong day-to-day execution.</li><li>Maintain and improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.</li><li>Partner with senior leadership to support financial oversight, operational analysis, and strategic decision-making.</li><li>Utilize <strong>Syspro or a large ERP system</strong> to manage accounting operations, reporting, and process improvement initiatives.</li><li>Support <strong>manufacturing accounting</strong> activities, including inventory, cost accounting, and operational financial reporting.</li></ul><p>For immediate consideration regarding the Controller position, please send your resume to Molly Helfer Waldman. You can also message me on LinkedIn at Molly Helfer Waldman to send me your resume directly. My email is also located on LinkedIn.</p>
<p>We are looking for an interim Controller to join our team in Melbourne, FL. This position will lead core accounting operations, oversee timely and accurate financial reporting, and strengthen internal controls across the organization. The role is ideal for a finance leader who can manage complex close activities, support manufacturing and inventory accounting, and drive process improvements that enhance reporting quality and efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the full month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close cycle by setting timelines, coordinating contributors, and ensuring reviews are completed on schedule.</p><p>• Approve journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and accounting estimates while confirming that balance sheet accounts are fully supported and accurately maintained.</p><p>• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP, including core statements and related disclosures required for complete reporting.</p><p>• Safeguard the accuracy of the general ledger and chart of accounts through detailed financial analysis, identification of irregular activity, and resolution of discrepancies.</p><p>• Oversee accounting for raw materials, work in process, finished goods, reserves, scrap, and obsolete inventory while maintaining strong controls between subledgers and the general ledger.</p><p>• Manage cost accounting practices by ensuring manufacturing costs are properly recorded, categorized, allocated, and investigated when variances arise.</p><p>• Partner with operations, supply chain, engineering, and program teams to improve inventory accuracy, support physical counts, and coordinate related audit activity.</p><p>• Maintain accounting oversight for cash, bank activity, debt, and financing transactions while reviewing reconciliations and resolving outstanding items promptly.</p><p>• Support cash flow and working capital reporting by monitoring accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory, and other key balance sheet areas for trends and accuracy.</p><p>• Identify opportunities to automate manual processes, strengthen system reconciliations, and assess finance systems for scalability and future reporting needs.</p>
<p>Our client is seeking a hands-on Controller to lead the accounting and finance function. This is a key leadership role for a tactical finance professional who can manage day-to-day accounting and financial operations of the business while also driving process improvements, systems enhancements, and operational support.</p><p>The Controller will oversee all accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, cost accounting, inventory controls, compliance, and internal controls. This individual will also be responsible for leading financial systems upgrades and implementations, improving reporting capabilities, and updating standard operating procedures to support a scalable and well-controlled finance function.</p><p>This opportunity is ideal for someone with strong manufacturing experience who is comfortable rolling up their sleeves, working closely with operations, and taking ownership of both daily financial activities and longer-term process improvements.</p><p><br></p><p>Position is fully remote, with occasional travel to company sites. </p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Oversee all accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, cash management, fixed assets, account reconciliations, and internal controls</li><li>Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting</li><li>Prepare and review financial statements, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis</li><li>Manage cash flow planning, liquidity analysis, and working capital oversight</li><li>Lead budgeting and forecasting processes and provide financial insights to support business decisions</li><li>Oversee cost accounting, product costing, inventory valuation, manufacturing variance analysis, and cost control initiatives</li><li>Partner with operations, supply chain, and leadership teams to improve efficiencies, margins, and financial visibility</li><li>Lead the selection and implementation of a new, agile, and robust finance/ERP system to replace SAGE</li><li>Identify and implement AI-driven improvements in reporting, analysis, and finance workflows where appropriate</li><li>Create, update, and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for accounting, reporting, controls, and finance-related processes</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP, statutory requirements, and financial regulations</li><li>Coordinate internal and external audits and maintain strong internal controls</li><li>Supervise and develop accounting staff while fostering accountability and collaboration</li><li>Design an integrated architecture that maximizes connectivity between finance, operations, supply chain, and commercial systems</li></ul><p>For immediate consideration regarding the role, please send your resume to Molly Helfer Waldman. You can also message me on LinkedIn at Molly Helfer Waldman to send me your resume directly. My email is also located on LinkedIn.</p>