Controller

JAN-PRO Development of Columbus, Central GA, & Auburn AL & Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of West & Central GA

Job Title: Controller
Location: Columbus, GA Office
Job Type: Employee
Job Status: Full Time
Salary: $55,00.00 - $60,000 / year

About the Role:

We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented accounting professional to support our Owner(s) in executing and improving the day-to-day financial operations of the business. This is an excellent opportunity for someone in the early-to-mid stages of their accounting career who wants hands-on experience across multiple entities and brands, while developing into greater financial responsibility over time. This role is execution-focused and collaborative. You will not be expected to independently run the finance department but rather work closely with and under the guidance of the Owner(s) & Office Manager to ensure accurate reporting, strong internal controls, and organized financial operations.

Core Accounting Execution:

· Perform bank and credit card reconciliations across multiple accounts and businesses

· Manage accounts payable, including vendor entry, approvals, and payments for multiple businesses

· Review process for accounts receivable and customer invoicing in order to improve and streamline the process

· Monitor outstanding receivables for both businesses

· Assist with intercompany transfers and cash management

· Manage payroll processing and related reporting

· Assist with budgeting, purchasing, and expense tracking

· Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and Inventory management for OLP

Monthly Close and Reporting Support:

· Prepare and post journal entries

· Reconcile balance sheet accounts

· Assist in monthly financial statement preparation

· Support internal KPI and management reporting

· Implement and improve internal systems, tools, and workflows

· Track KPI’s and prepare operational and financial reports for Owner(s) and or leadership

· Create systems for monthly reporting to streamline the payroll process.

· Completing monthly reporting as needed to include BAR, Royalty and Tax Reports for Jan-Pro along with Revenue reports for OLP

· Work closely with AJK for projections and year end reporting

· Coordination and creation of Jan-Pro yearly FDD

· Establish marketing goals and budgets for monthly and yearly projections

· Track all marketing and sales data (budget and performance) for both OLP and Jan-Pro – create reports of those valuable KPI’s

Compliance and Administrative Support:

· Prepare and file monthly sales tax reports

· Assist with annual 1099 preparation

· Support year-end audit and insurance reporting processes

· Maintain organized accounting documentation and files

· Ensure adherence to brand policies and financial procedures

HR Related Duties:

· Manage onboarding and offboarding process using our systems ADP, healthcare, etc

· Coordinate payroll and benefits administration (in partnership with external providers), this includes but is not limited to payroll, insurance, supplemental benefits and retirement.

· Maintain HR records, reports, and metrics to support data-driven decision-making.

Collaboration and Process Improvement:

• Work closely with the Owner(s) on process improvements and system enhancements
• Support operations leadership with financial reporting needs
• Assist in onboarding new customers and updating billing structures
• Contribute to financial integration efforts as the company acquires additional brands

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 2–5 years of accounting experience (public accounting or small-to-mid-size business preferred)
• Experience with QuickBooks (Online or Desktop)
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Solid understanding of accounting fundamentals
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple entities and shifting priorities in a growing environment
• Professional demeanor and high level of discretion with financial information
• Desire to grow into expanded financial leadership responsibilities over time

Growth Opportunity: This role offers:

• Direct mentorship and development – paid training
• Exposure to multi-entity and franchise-based financial structures
• Participation in acquisition integration and scaling operations
• Opportunity to grow into increased financial leadership responsibility as the company expands

What We’re Looking For: What we value:

If you are looking for a role where you can build a strong accounting foundation while growing with a company that is expanding through acquisition and operational excellence, we would love to connect.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and the employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required. The Company reserves the right to revise or change duties as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Accounting: 3 years (Required)
• Bank reconciliation: 1 year (Required)
• Financial analysis: 3 years (Preferred)
• QuickBooks: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person