Controller

CBH

Controller responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting and leading accounting teams at Cherry Bekaert. Collaborating with executive leadership to drive operational excellence and compliance.

Posted 7/3/2026full-timeRaleigh • North Carolina, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $164,200 - $285,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial reporting, compliance with U.S. GAAP, and strategic financial planning. Proven leadership in managing accounting teams and implementing financial policies and internal controls.

Highest-signal resume keywords

LeadershipFinancial ReportingU.S. GAAP ComplianceCPA DesignationFinancial Management Software

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Hard Skills

Financial Statement PreparationGeneral Ledger ManagementBudgetingCash Flow MonitoringStrategic Financial PlanningRisk ManagementAccounts Payable ProcessesPayroll OperationsAnalytical SkillsDetail-Oriented

Soft Skills

Team ManagementProblem-SolvingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Financial Management SoftwareERP SystemsMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA Designation

Industry Keywords

Financial RegulationsCompliance StandardsAudit ProcessInternal Controls

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide leadership to the accounting team
Prepare and oversee financial statements
Ensure accurate financial reporting in compliance with U.S. GAAP
Oversee the monthly close of the General Ledger
Coordinate the annual audit process with external auditors
Develop and implement financial policies and internal controls
Oversee accounts payable processes and payroll operations
Monitor cash flow and manage budgeting activities
Assist in strategic financial planning and risk management initiatives
Collaborate with the CFO and executive leadership on financial strategies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field
CPA designation preferred
Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in accounting and finance
Demonstrated experience managing accounting teams
Excellent leadership and team management capabilities
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to develop and implement strategic financial plans
Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy in financial reporting
Proficiency in financial management software and ERP systems
Advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills
In-depth knowledge of financial regulations and compliance standards
Ability to analyze complex financial data and present actionable insights

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus
Medical, dental, and vision care
Disability and life insurance
Generous Paid Time Off
Retirement plans
Paid Care Leave