
Controller- Pipeline Role
LHH, Tampa, FL, United States
Key Responsibilities
Own and lead
month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close
processes
Oversee the
general ledger, financial statements, and balance sheet integrity
Ensure accurate and timely
financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP
Manage
cash flow forecasting, working capital, and liquidity visibility
Prepare and support
lender, investor, and board-level reporting
Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities in partnership with leadership
Support
external audits, tax filings, and compliance requirements
Develop, document, and improve
accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
Lead or support
ERP implementations, system upgrades, and process standardization
Identify and implement
process improvements
to enhance efficiency and scalability
Mentor and develop
accounting staff while maintaining a hands-on presence
Serve as a strategic finance partner to founders and executive leadership
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required)
8–15+ years
of progressive accounting experience
Prior experience in a
Controller or senior accounting leadership role
CPA preferred, not required
Public accounting background preferred , not required
Strong experience with
full-cycle close , financial reporting, and controls
Experience in
PE-backed, growth-stage, or founder-led environments
preferred
Advanced proficiency in
Excel ; ERP experience strongly preferred
Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution
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Own and lead
month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close
processes
Oversee the
general ledger, financial statements, and balance sheet integrity
Ensure accurate and timely
financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP
Manage
cash flow forecasting, working capital, and liquidity visibility
Prepare and support
lender, investor, and board-level reporting
Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities in partnership with leadership
Support
external audits, tax filings, and compliance requirements
Develop, document, and improve
accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
Lead or support
ERP implementations, system upgrades, and process standardization
Identify and implement
process improvements
to enhance efficiency and scalability
Mentor and develop
accounting staff while maintaining a hands-on presence
Serve as a strategic finance partner to founders and executive leadership
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required)
8–15+ years
of progressive accounting experience
Prior experience in a
Controller or senior accounting leadership role
CPA preferred, not required
Public accounting background preferred , not required
Strong experience with
full-cycle close , financial reporting, and controls
Experience in
PE-backed, growth-stage, or founder-led environments
preferred
Advanced proficiency in
Excel ; ERP experience strongly preferred
Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution
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