Senior Controller / Director of Finance (Title Flexible)
STAFFING FISH, Ocala, FL, United States
Job Title: Senior Controller / Director of Finance (Title Flexible) (Confidential)
Location: Central Florida (Tampa–Orlando corridor)
Work Arrangement: 100% On-Site
Compensation: $140,000–$170,000 base +Leadership Bonus up to 25%
Relocation: Relocation stipend + temporary housing available
Overview
We are conducting a confidential search for a Director of Finance to lead end-to-end accounting and finance for a complex, high-volume hospitality/entertainment operation with15–20+ diverse revenue streams (50+ revenue verticals) andmultiple technology platforms supporting revenue and operations. This role is ideal for a finance leader who is not intimidated by complexity butmotivated toautomate, refine, and build scalable processes and controls .
What You'll Own
- Lead full-scope accounting and finance operations, includingAP, AR, Payroll, and General Ledger
- Own monthly/quarterly/year-end close and financial reporting in alignment withGAAP
- Ensurerevenue completeness and accuracy across numerous revenue streams and systems; build reconciliation structure and controls
- Drive budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting with operational leaders
- Improve cash flow visibility, working capital management, and cost controls
- Design and strengtheninternal controls , reduce risk, and support audit readiness
- Build/standardize finance and accountingSOPs , workflows, and documentation
- Identify opportunities toautomate reporting, streamline close, and improve data quality across platforms
- Partner with executive leadership on strategic initiatives and operational decision-making
- Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing finance team
Ideal Background
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred but not required)
- 7+ years of progressive finance/accounting experience with leadership responsibility
- Proven track record owning accounting and reporting in ahighly complex, multi-revenue-stream environment
- Strong experience managing revenue processes acrossmultiple systems/platforms (ERP + operational systems); ability to create reconciliation discipline
- Demonstrated success in improving processes (automation, standardization, close acceleration, control enhancements)
- Strong GAAP knowledge, financial reporting, budgeting/forecasting, and internal controls
- Advanced Excel skills; reporting/BI tools a plus
- Comfortable partnering cross-functionally in a fast-paced operating environment
- Must be willing to work100% on-site in Central Florida
Why This Role
- High-visibility leadership role with meaningful impact
- Competitive base + bonus program
- Relocation support available for qualified candidates