# Controller at GHJ

Controller at GHJ in Chattanooga, TN and 1 more. On-site, full-time. Posted August 24, 2026.

- Company: GHJ
- Location: Chattanooga, TN and 1 more
- Workplace: On-site
- Job type: Full-time
- Experience: 5+ years
- Posted: 2026-08-24
- Apply: https://jobs.lever.co/ghj/1cc6f634-e310-4f3a-9882-126ec98282d4/apply
- Source: https://jobmagic.ai/jobs/controller-ghj-sg1w5d

## Requirements

- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
- Previous Controller, Accounting Manager, or similar senior accounting experience
- Strong financial reporting, general ledger, and month-end close expertise
- Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
- Strong Excel and accounting/ERP system skills
- Demonstrated leadership and team management experience
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred
- Manufacturing, printing, or related industry experience preferred

## Description

GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.
**Location:** Dalton, GA (On-site) — approximately 30 minutes from Chattanooga, TN

A growing organization located in **Dalton, GA, within commuting distance of Chattanooga**, is seeking an experienced **Controller** to lead its accounting and financial operations. This is a high-impact opportunity for a hands-on finance leader who wants to work closely with leadership, develop a strong accounting team, and help shape financial processes as the business continues to grow.

The Controller will oversee the full accounting function, including financial reporting, month-end close, budgeting, forecasting, cash management, and internal controls. This role combines hands-on accounting leadership with strategic financial analysis and offers the opportunity to make a visible impact across the organization.

### Key Responsibilities

- Lead general ledger accounting and month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close

- Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll processes

- Prepare accurate and timely financial statements and management reporting

- Lead budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial analysis

- Develop and maintain effective internal controls and accounting procedures

- Partner with leadership to provide financial insights and support strategic decisions

- Coordinate audit and compliance activities

- Improve financial systems, processes, and reporting efficiencies

- Lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members

### Qualifications

- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience

- Previous Controller, Accounting Manager, or similar senior accounting experience

- Strong financial reporting, general ledger, and month-end close expertise

- Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis

- Strong Excel and accounting/ERP system skills

- Demonstrated leadership and team management experience

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred

- Manufacturing, printing, or related industry experience preferred

### Why Join?

- High-visibility role with direct impact on business performance

- Opportunity to take ownership of the accounting function and improve processes

- Collaborative environment with close partnership across leadership and operations

- Convenient Dalton location for candidates commuting from the greater Chattanooga area

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