Controller Consultant in St. Louis, Missouri at EBS Recruiters LLC

The Contract Controller is responsible for overseeing accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, compliance, and audit activities. Working closely with executive leadership, this hands-on role ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial information while supporting strategic decision-making, process improvements, and organizational growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, payroll, treasury management, and general ledger activities.
• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, forecasts, budgets, and management reports.
• Partner with leadership to support financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and business decision-making.
• Monitor financial performance and provide variance analysis and recommendations.
• Develop, implement, and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax requirements, regulatory filings, and company policies.
• Coordinate and manage external audits and relationships with accounting and tax partners.
• Research and resolve technical accounting matters as needed.
• Support debt covenant reporting, incentive compensation calculations, and other financial reporting requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, profitability, and accounting processes.
• Lead special projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support organizational objectives.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; MBA is a plus.
• CPA preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and compliance.
• Experience managing month-end close, audits, tax reporting, and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated leader with strong accountability, initiative, and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to work independently while effectively partnering with leadership and cross-functional teams.