Divisional Controller

Job Description

Our fast-growing client is looking for an experienced Divisional Controller to join their team in Brentwood, Tennessee. In this long-term contract role, you will oversee critical financial operations, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and driving process improvements. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a dynamic team while contributing to strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee revenue recognition and assurance accounting functions to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

• Manage and mentor the finance team, setting clear objectives and providing guidance to achieve organizational goals.

• Coordinate the flow of contract information to accurately record revenue across various service offerings, while addressing legal and tax requirements in collaboration with relevant departments.

• Collaborate with operations teams to establish efficient billing processes and maintain high standards of precision and quality.

• Enforce adherence to global accounting policies and internal controls to maintain a robust financial environment.

• Analyze revenue trends and address delinquencies to optimize business outcomes, working closely with operations to ensure accurate reporting.

• Support finance and IT transformation initiatives by driving process and system improvements.

• Manage month-end close procedures.

• Establish and communicate team development plans and performance targets, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance; CPA designation preferred.

• At least 8 years of relevant finance and accounting experience, including in large or complex organizations with high transaction volumes.

• A minimum of 5 years in a supervisory role within finance or accounting.

• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, SOX compliance, and internal controls.

• Experience with revenue recognition, billing processes, and financial reporting.

• Proficiency in D365 or similar financial systems would be helpful

• Prior experience with a Big 4 accounting firm is highly desirable.

• Demonstrated leadership skills with a track record of mentoring and team development.