Senior Controller

Our client, a growing distribution company located just north of Greenville, SC, is seeking a Senior Controller to lead the finance function and support business growth through financial planning, reporting, and strategic analysis.

This role will partner closely with leadership while remaining hands-on with day-to-day accounting operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead month-end close processes and prepare accurate financial reports and management accounts 
  

• Oversee AP/AR, payroll, reconciliations, and maintain general ledger integrity 
  

• Manage budgeting, forecasting, cash flow planning, and variance analysis 
  

• Develop financial models to support pricing, investments, and business decisions 
  

• Strengthen financial controls, ensure compliance, and support audit/tax processes 

• Partner with leadership to provide financial insights and support growth initiatives
  

• Maintain and improve accounting systems and financial processes (Sage experience preferred)
  

• Support process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and scalability 
  

• Coordinate with external accountants, auditors, and internal stakeholders 
  

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience 
  

• Experience in a small-to-mid-sized business environment with a hands-on approach 

• Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and controls 

• Ability to independently prepare management accounts and financial analysis 

• Experience supporting senior leadership with commercial and strategic decisions 

• Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and ability to work cross-functionally 

• Experience with ERP/accounting systems; Sage preferred 

• CPA, CMA, or similar qualification preferred but not  

• Experience within distribution, manufacturing, or fast-paced growth environments is a plus
  

Why Join

• Opportunity to lead the finance function within a growing business 
  

• High visibility role with direct exposure to senior leadership and business strategy 
  

• Ability to influence financial processes, controls, and long-term growth initiatives