Controller & Administrative Director in St. Louis, Missouri at EBS Recruiters LLC

St .Louis area candidates only will be considered.

Controller & Administrative Director for privately held business with retail, wholesale and light manufacturing operations. Hands on position reporting to the CEO responsible for directing all accounting, financial reporting, treasury, payroll, tax, benefits administration, compliance, and administrative functions for multiple related business entities. This position provides strategic financial oversight while remaining actively involved in the day-to-day accounting operations of the organization. Full cycle accounting experience required. 4-8 years professional experience is ideal for this position.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

Treasury & Cash Management

• Manage banking relationships, cash flow, and treasury activities.
• Oversee wire transfers, borrowing facilities, and lender reporting.
• Monitor debt compliance and support financing activities.

Tax & Regulatory Compliance

• Oversee sales and use tax, property tax, information reporting, and other regulatory filings.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local reporting requirements.
• Coordinate with external accounting firms on tax preparation and financial reviews.

Payroll, Benefits & Human Resources Administration

• Oversee payroll processing and payroll compliance.
• Administer employee benefits, retirement plans, leave programs, and related reporting.
• Support employee onboarding and maintain compliance with employment regulations.

Insurance & Risk Management

• Coordinate insurance renewals, claims administration, and risk management activities.
• Maintain required business insurance records and regulatory compliance.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, including leadership responsibilities.
• Full cycle accounting experience required.
• Experience managing multi-entity accounting and financial reporting.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, payroll, tax compliance, treasury management, budgeting, and internal controls.
• Experience working with external auditors, financial institutions, and regulatory agencies.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with ERP or accounting software.