Controller (Utilities)
- $130,000 - $180,000
- Columbus, OH
Senior Finance Leader Driving Strategy, Compliance & Team Development
A bit about us:
We’re a forward-thinking energy solutions provider serving multifamily communities across multiple states. With a focus on sustainability, efficiency, and reliability, we deliver innovative services that support smarter energy usage and improved financial outcomes for our clients. Our work is grounded in values like integrity, performance, and collaboration.
Why join us?
- Hybrid work model with strong work-life balance
- Lead a high-impact finance team in a growth-focused setting
- Be part of a mission-driven, values-based culture
- Competitive salary, generous PTO, and comprehensive benefits
- Ongoing professional growth and leadership development
Job Details
The Senior Manager, Finance & Controller will serve as a key financial leader, responsible for overseeing accounting operations, financial planning and analysis (FP&A), budgeting, forecasting, regulatory compliance, and financial reporting. This role will manage internal controls, coordinate audits, oversee tax processes with external partners, and ensure alignment with financial standards and organizational goals.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Accounting Operations:
Financial Planning & Analysis:
Compliance and Reporting:
Budgeting and Forecasting:
Leadership and Collaboration:
Qualifications:
Duties and Responsibilities:
Accounting Operations:
- Direct monthly and year-end close processes to ensure timeliness and accuracy
- Maintain general ledger integrity and compliance with GAAP standards
- Implement and monitor effective internal control systems
Financial Planning & Analysis:
- Lead FP&A activities including budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and variance analysis
- Deliver financial insights to support strategic decision-making
- Monitor and report on key financial performance indicators
Compliance and Reporting:
- Manage compliance with financial covenants and reporting obligations
- Coordinate external audits and tax preparation with third-party firms
- Ensure alignment with all financial regulations and internal policies
Budgeting and Forecasting:
- Oversee company-wide budgeting and forecasting processes
- Conduct financial performance reviews with departments to ensure goal alignment
Leadership and Collaboration:
- Lead and develop the finance and accounting team
- Partner with department leaders to improve financial outcomes and strategic alignment
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or MBA preferred
- 8-10 years of progressive experience in accounting and finance, with 3+ years in leadership roles
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, compliance, audits, and tax processes
- Proven success managing FP&A and budgeting functions
- Experience with debt covenant compliance and external audits
- Analytical mindset with the ability to generate strategic financial insights
- Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills
- Proficiency in financial systems, ERP platforms (e.g., Oracle), and Microsoft Office suite
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.