Controller

Are you ready to take your accounting leadership to the next level in a fast-growing fintech company—with a team that works hard and has fun doing it? Join Central Payments, where your expertise will help support a growing, complex organization while working alongside a collaborative and forward-thinking team.

What You’ll Do:

• Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Prepare and review internal and external financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and supporting schedules
• Coordinate and manage annual audits, tax filings, and other external reporting requirements; serve as the primary liaison with external auditors and advisors
• Lead and oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, fixed assets, and revenue recognition
• Ensure accurate recording of transactions and proper reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts
• Establish, document, and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and controls
• Design, implement, and monitor internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, and company policies
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal reporting requirements and tax regulations
• Continuously assess and improve accounting processes to support scalability and efficiency
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growth
• Set clear expectations, goals, and performance metrics for the accounting team
• Partner cross-functionally with FP&A, Treasury, Legal, HR, and Operations
• Oversee accounting systems and financial infrastructure; evaluate and implement process improvements and automation initiatives
• Support system implementations or upgrades, ensuring data integrity and appropriate controls
• Provide technical accounting guidance on complex transactions, new initiatives, and business changes

Why You Should Join Us:

• Be part of a growing organization where your leadership directly impacts financial strategy and business success
• Work closely with executive leadership and cross-functional teams in a highly collaborative environment
• Help shape and scale accounting processes in a dynamic, evolving company

What You Bring:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to balance hands-on execution with strategic oversight
• High integrity, sound judgment, and ability to manage confidential information
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, evolving business environment

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from an accredited four-year institution
• Minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible accounting experience in a corporate environment
• Demonstrated experience leading accounting teams and managing full-cycle accounting operations
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls
• Proven ability to operate effectively in a mid-to-large, growing organization
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred
• Experience supporting audits, complex entities, and multi-entity or multi-state environments preferred
• Experience with modern ERP systems and accounting automation tools; NetSuite experience a plus

What We Offer:

• A hybrid work environment with flexibility
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A supportive team culture where your voice is heard