Corporate controller

job summary: Our client, a high-growth leader in the Financial and Professional Services sectors, is seeking a Corporate Controller to take the helm of their accounting organization. This is a critical, newly created role reporting directly to the CFO. We are looking for a visionary leader who views the accounting function not just as a department of record, but as a strategic engine for the firm. A cornerstone of this role is the opportunity to step in and serve as a dedicated mentor; we are seeking a professional with the passion and /"people-first/" mindset to guide, develop, and elevate a fast-growing team, transforming individual contributors into a cohesive, high-performance unit. location: Blue Bell, Pennsylvania job type: Permanent salary: $190,000 - 230,000 per year work hours: 9 to 5 education: Bachelor's degree experience: 10 Years responsibilities: Executive Leadership & Mentorship: Provide strong, hands-on leadership to the accounting department. Actively mentor staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning, professional development, and operational excellence. Accounting Operations: Oversee all day-to-day accounting functions, ensuring the department is organized, scalable, and aligned with the firm's rapid growth. Financial Reporting & Consolidations: Lead the preparation of all monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. Direct the consolidation process across all domestic entities, ensuring accuracy and strict adherence to US GAAP. Technical Accounting Subject Matter Expert: Serve as the internal authority for technical accounting matters. Proactively identify, research, and document the accounting implications of complex or non-standard transactions to ensure full compliance. Strategic Controls: Establish a robust internal control environment. Drive the progression from private company standards to a public-ready infrastructure. Process Transformation: Identify and implement automation and process improvements within the ERP to simplify and standardize workflows. Audit Management: Own the relationship with external auditors, managing the process to ensure timely and seamless conclusions. qualifications: Education: BS in Accounting; Active CPA required. You bring a foundation from a Big 4 or Tier 2/Mid-Tier firm (e.g., RSM, BDO, Grant Thornton) and have successfully transitioned into a leadership role in industry. Experience: 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 5 years in a significant management/leadership capacity. You are a highly effective communicator who can translate technical accounting into business insights while maintaining the highest degree of confidentiality. Technical Mastery: Exceptional knowledge of US GAAP and a high proficiency in technical accounting research. You should be comfortable evaluating new accounting standards and documenting their impact on the business. For immediate consideration please send your resume to: skills: $500M-1 billion Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status. At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact . Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days. Any consideration of a background check would be an individualized assessment based on the applicant or employee's specific record and the duties and requirements of the specific job.

Created: 2026-03-10