Warren Averett Recruiting is assisting a client in the Virginia Beach area with the search for a Controller to oversee day‑to‑day accounting operations and support financial leadership. This is a hands‑on role for someone who enjoys managing cash flow, maintaining accurate financial records, and working closely with executive leadership to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
The Controller will be responsible for daily accounting activity, weekly processing, and monthly close, with direct involvement in accounts payable, accounts receivable, banking, and reconciliations.
Key Responsibilities
Daily Responsibilities
- Monitor bank balances and transfer funds between accounts to maintain appropriate balances
- Post account activity not already recorded, including increases and decreases
- Maintain Positive Pay for checking and payroll accounts
- Process accounts payable items not handled by other associates (subcontractors, advertising, licenses, ACH payments, credit cards, etc.)
- Compile customer allowances and refunds; prepare weekly refund processing
- Manage daily email correspondence related to payments, invoices, customer refunds, and sales order or serial number requests
Weekly Responsibilities
- Review accounts payable and submit for CEO approval
- Print and mail checks, including customer refunds, and process credit card refunds
- Prepare subcontractor weekly pay reports, submit for approval, and process ACH payments
- Run reports, review, and post accounts receivable related to completed delivery tickets
Monthly Responsibilities
- Record and reconcile corporate credit card (AMX) transactions and process payment
- Perform bank reconciliations for payroll, savings, money market, and other accounts
- Complete month‑end close procedures and clean financial reports
- Review payroll bi‑weekly prior to submission; prepare and post payroll journal entries
- Order office and janitorial supplies as needed
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
- Proven experience in a Controller, Accounting Manager, or Senior Accountant role
- Strong knowledge of AP, AR, bank reconciliations, and month‑end close
- Experience with cash management, ACH payments, and Positive Pay
- Comfortable working in a hands‑on, detail‑oriented environment
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and partner closely with executive leadership
Warren Averett is an equal opportunity employer. We hire, promote and make all other employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, military service, disability, age, or any other unlawful basis.
