Controller

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $100,000-$143,000

Controller

Salary Range : $100,000$143,000 (DOE)

Location : Hybrid (23 days / week in-office)

JAQUE Bethke Design is seeking an experienced Controller to lead the day-to-day accounting operations of our growing design firm. This role will manage financial reporting, month-end close, compliance, payroll oversight, and internal controls, while partnering closely with leadership to support strategic planning and business performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all accounting activities including billing / collections, AR, AP, general ledger, cost accounting, inventory, capital assets, and revenue recognition
• Oversee and / or prepare journal entries, invoicing, and reconciliations (administration may be supported by an assistant)
• Reconcile income statement and balance sheet accounts monthly and annually
• Prepare financial statements and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal filing requirements, including all company tax matters (income, sales, excise) and employee-related regulations
• Develop management reporting and external compliance reporting, including variance analysis against budgets / forecasts and prior periods
• Support sales tax reporting and compliance in coordination with third-party resources as needed
• Develop and document business and accounting processes that strengthen internal controls and ensure compliance with best practices
• Provide variance explanations for actual results compared to budgets / forecasts in collaboration with leadership and CFO
• Assist in preparing annual budgets and forecasts with the CFO and senior management
• Manage company bank accounts and oversee day-to-day cash flow
• Oversee payroll processes in coordination with a third-party payroll provider
• Lead annual audit preparation and serve as the primary point of contact for auditors and financial partners
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of all accounting records and reporting
• Partner with internal / external IT resources to improve accounting automation and systems efficiency
• Research technical accounting issues and provide recommendations aligned with company goals

Requirements

CPA experience