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Controller (CPA)

United States, Nashville · Job Posted June 10, 2026
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We are looking for an experienced Controller (CPA) to lead core accounting operations for a private equity-backed organization in Nashville, Tennessee. This role is ideal for a finance leader who thrives in a multi-location environment and can bring structure, accuracy, and insight to reporting and close activities. The position offers strong long-term growth potential, meaningful visibility with leadership, and the opportunity to contribute to future acquisition and integration efforts.

Job Responsibility

  • Direct day-to-day accounting operations and ensure timely, accurate completion of month-end close within established deadlines
  • Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, and supporting analysis to provide leadership with clear visibility into business performance
  • Oversee accounting processes across multiple locations, maintaining consistency in controls, reporting standards, and operational execution
  • Partner with senior leadership on budgeting, forecasting, cash flow oversight, and broader financial planning initiatives
  • Support private equity reporting requirements by delivering reliable financial data and analysis aligned with stakeholder expectations
  • Contribute to mergers, acquisitions, and post-deal integration activities, including process alignment, reporting setup, and implementation support
  • Leverage tools such as Sage Intacct, Power BI, and bill.com to strengthen reporting capabilities, improve workflow efficiency, and enhance decision support
  • Help guide the evolution of the finance function by providing hands-on leadership and supporting succession planning within the accounting team

Requirements

  • 9+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, including leadership responsibility within a controllership or similar role
  • Demonstrated success managing month-end close, financial reporting, and general accounting operations in a complex business environment
  • Experience working in a private equity-backed company is strongly preferred
  • Background supporting organizations with multiple locations and decentralized operations
  • Familiarity with mergers and acquisitions, including integration or implementation involvement after a transaction
  • Proficiency with Sage Intacct and Power BI
  • experience with bill.com is advantageous
  • Strong analytical judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate financial information effectively to leadership
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred

Nice to have

Experience working in a private equity-backed company is strongly preferred

What we offer

  • Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance for contract/temporary professionals
  • 401(k) plan for contract/temporary professionals
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