Description We are seeking a skilled Financial Controller to lead financial operations and guide a high-performing Finance team. This role is part of the leadership group and requires a candidate with strong communication, analytical thinking, and strategic insight. Primary Responsibilities In this role, you will: Financial Reporting: Prepare timely and accurate financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports, in accordance with GAAP and industry standards. Budgeting and Forecasting: Build and manage annual budgets and rolling forecasts. Analyze variances and provide actionable insights. Strategic Finance: Partner with leadership to shape financial strategies that support organizational goals. Internal Controls: Design and maintain effective internal controls and compliance procedures to protect assets and ensure regulatory adherence. Tax and Regulatory Compliance: Oversee tax planning and ensure compliance with applicable laws. Liaise with external auditors and advisors. Financial Analysis: Deliver financial insights to support business decisions, including investment evaluations, cost management, and performance tracking. Cash Flow Oversight: Manage short-term cash forecasting and working capital to optimize liquidity. Team Leadership: Lead and mentor the accounting team, promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Risk Management: Identify financial risks and manage insurance programs outside of employee benefits. Audit Coordination: Facilitate external audits and ensure timely resolution of findings. Qualifications To succeed in this role, you should have: A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline (CPA preferred but not required). Proven experience in financial reporting and team leadership. Strong knowledge of GAAP, especially in high-volume transaction environments. Familiarity with financial systems such as QuickBooks and other general ledger platforms used by growing businesses. Experience with financial system transitions, ideally to platforms like NetSuite. Preferred Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. High integrity and ethical standards. Flexibility to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Experience in technology, services, or software development is a plus. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $70.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Southgate,KY. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 2025. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.