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Controller

CFS, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

Salary min: $57.00

Salary max: $67.00

Duration: Full Time


CONTROLLER
Pittsburgh, PA (Hybrid)
$120,000- $140,000


The Senior Controller is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing financial operations, reporting, and strategic planning across multiple entities and affiliated organizations. This position ensures the financial integrity and long-term health of the organization by developing strong accounting frameworks, delivering advanced financial analysis, and driving operational efficiency.


The Senior Controller plays a critical role in consolidated financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, tax strategy, and financial modeling, serving as a trusted advisor to senior leadership by providing timely, accurate, and actionable insights.


The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in financial reporting, multi-entity accounting, QuickBooks Online, and advanced Excel-based modeling to support strategic business decisions.


OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE:



  • Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including AP, AR, cash management, bill pay, and expense reporting across multiple entities.

  • Maintain GAAP-compliant financial records and consolidated financial statements (monthly, quarterly, annual).

  • Manage cash flow, revenue tracking, and relationship-based payout and compensation schedules.

  • Coordinate tax planning and compliance with external advisors; maintain supporting schedules and documentation.

  • Lead consolidated multi-entity reporting, including revenue allocations, shared expenses, and division-level performance.

  • Prepare executive dashboards, financial reports, and summaries highlighting trends, risks, and opportunities.

  • Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, pro formas, and long-term financial projections.

  • Perform variance and profitability analyses to support strategic decision-making and operational efficiency.

  • Build and maintain advanced Excel-based financial models, including cash flow, valuation, and scenario analysis.

  • Support strategic initiatives such as acquisitions, growth planning, staffing models, and investment analysis.

  • Continuously refine forecasting and modeling tools to ensure accuracy and scalability.

  • Support payroll, benefits, and compensation tracking in coordination with third-party providers.

  • Assist with onboarding, offboarding, and annual performance and compensation review processes


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:



  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA and/or MBA preferred).

  • 5+ years of progressive experience in accounting or finance; experience in wealth management, family office, RIA, asset management, or alternative investment environments preferred.

  • Strong understanding of GAAP, fund structures, and multi-entity accounting.

  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel with hands-on financial modeling and FP&A experience.

  • Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

  • Detail-oriented, strategic thinker with a collaborative mindset and strong work ethic.

  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

  • Proficiency with current financial technologies and the ability to train and support other team members.