Controller- Design/Architecture industry

Controller | Growing Design Firm | Downtown Nashville, TN (Onsite)Compensation: $110,000 – $130,000 per year, plus a generous benefits packageAbout the OpportunityA growing design firm in downtown Nashville is looking for a Controller to own its finance function. You will work closely with the CFO, who is transitioning toward retirement, and become the trusted finance partner for the leadership team. This is a hands-on leadership seat for someone ready to step up, build process, and communicate clearly at every level of the business.What You’ll DoPrepare and issue monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and cash reports for management, investors, and auditorsProvide financial modeling and analysis to support CFO and executive planningAnalyze operational performance, flag negative trends early, and recommend corrective action to protect profitabilityEnsure compliance with applicable accounting principles and local, state, and federal reporting requirementsOversee the company’s finances end to end, including bills, payroll, project expenses, and AP/AR (the Accounting Manager handles data entry; you provide oversight)Oversee monthly billing schedules with project directors, confirming what will be billed and whether project splits were completedComplete the final review of payroll to ensure it is timely and accurateServe as the main contact for banking relationships, including account support and lines of creditLead the QuickBooks Online integration into the firm’s custom database through completion, with decision-making authority over the client portal, field requirements, and payroll and expense rulesManage and mentor accounting and finance staff, including individual development plans for each team memberPartner with executives and directors on resource allocation, service needs, and process improvementsSupport a culture of integrity, transparent communication, and continuous learningWhat You Bring8 to 10 years of accounting and finance experience, including leadership!Design firm, architecture or luxury construction industries are best fit!Bachelor’s degree is preferred, not required.QuickBooks Online experience; Salesforce is a plusA steady, confident communicator who builds trust with executives and brings calm and clarity to conversations about moneyWhat We Offer$110,000 – $130,000 per year401(k) with a 6% employer matchUnlimited PTO and paid holidaysGenerous benefits packageA growing firm with high visibility to executive leadershipOnsite role in downtown Nashville**********LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY **********Please Note: This position is open to candidates who are authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship. We are not able to consider C2C arrangements or third-party submissions.