Controller / Head of Finance & Operations

<h2><strong>Controller / Head of Finance &amp; Operations</strong></h2> <p><strong>Professional Services Environment | Confidential Search</strong></p> <p>Cherry Bekaert Recruiting &amp; Staffing has partnered with a growing professional services organization seeking a <strong>Controller / Head of Finance &amp; Operations</strong> to oversee day‑to‑day financial leadership and operational execution.</p> <p>This role is ideal for a hands‑on finance leader who enjoys working closely with ownership/partners and managing the full back‑office function.</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Own full-cycle accounting: GL, close, financial statements, cash flow, and reporting</li> <li>Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis for decision support</li> <li>Oversee operational functions tied to finance (AP, AR, payroll, vendors, contracts)</li> <li>Act as primary financial partner to leadership on strategy and business performance</li> <li>Improve processes, controls, and scalability in a service‑based environment</li> </ul> <p><strong>Ideal Background</strong></p> <ul> <li>Controller‑level or similar experience within <strong>professional services</strong> (consulting, creative, design, engineering, advisory, media, IT services, etc.)</li> <li>Proven experience running the <strong>finance &amp; operations (F/O)</strong> function in a small‑to‑mid‑size organization</li> <li>Comfortable wearing multiple hats and operating in a fast‑moving environment</li> <li>Strong communication skills with non‑finance stakeholders</li> </ul> <p><strong>Why This Role</strong></p> <ul> <li>High visibility</li> <li>Real influence on both financial and operational decision‑making</li> <li>Stable, people‑focused professional services culture</li> </ul> IND4<br />