Lead the monthly accounting close and financial reporting across multiple entities, overseeing accruals, journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis. Maintain audit readiness and financial controls, partner with the CFO and accounting teams, and improve NetSuite processes and close efficiency.
Benefits:
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Training & development
Vision insurance
401(k)
401(k) matching
Bonus based on performance
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Tuition assistance
The Controller leads the integrity, consistency, and execution of the monthly accounting close process across NVK & CSI, a multi-entity Child Care Center organization. The Controller strengthens close discipline, improves balance sheet accuracy, enhances audit readiness, and operates effectively in a fast-moving, operationally focused environment.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance; MBA or Masters degree in Finance preferred
5–7+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in multi-entity environments
Experience working with remote leadership teams and offshore accounting support preferred
Multi-location, franchise, childcare, healthcare, hospitality, or service-based business experience is a plus
Skills Requirements
Netsuite
Strong accrual accounting and month-end close expertise
Working knowledge of US GAAP, audits, and financial controls
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Comfortable leveraging technology, automation, and AI-based tools to improve efficiency
Key Responsibilities
Month-End Close & Financial Reporting
Own and manage the monthly close calendar to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
Oversee execution of the month-end close checklist and ensure processes are followed consistently
Coordinate with accounting support teams to resolve close issues prior to financial finalization
Ensure proper cutoff and accrual accounting for payroll, subsidies, CACFP, rent, insurance, and recurring operating expenses
Accrual Accounting & Journal Entry Oversight
Prepare, review, and approve monthly accruals and journal entries
Ensure entries are accurate, properly classified, and fully supported
Maintain consistency in accrual methodology and accounting treatment month over month
Document assumptions and maintain organized support schedules
Variance Analysis & Financial Review
Prepare and analyze monthly financial variances
Identify operational drivers, accounting issues, and one-time items impacting performance
Partner closely with the CFO to provide concise, actionable financial insights for leadership and ownership groups
Balance Sheet Integrity & Reconciliations
Prepare and/or review reconciliations
Ensure all balance sheet accounts are reconciled monthly and supported with documentation
Proactively identify and escalate accounting risks or discrepancies
Audit Readiness & Controls
Maintain audit-ready documentation throughout the year
Ensure adequate support exists for revenue recognition, payroll, accruals, and significant transactions
Serve as a primary accounting contact for external auditors and tax advisors
Assist in developing and documenting accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
NetSuite & Process Improvement
Utilize NetSuite as the primary system of record
Review account mappings, reporting structure, and chart of accounts consistency
Identify opportunities to improve close efficiency, reporting accuracy, and scalability
Recommend and implement process improvements that reduce manual work, CFO dependency, and post-close corrections
Foster a positive, inclusive, and collaborative work environment in alignment with NVK's Core Values: Genuine Integrity, Respect and Responsibility, Own Excellence and Win as a Team
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