Controller (Multi Entity Family Office/Construction)

Arkansas Talent Group is exclusively working with a successful Entrepreneur in Little Rock, to help him find a Small Business Controller for his rapidly growing businesses. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Controller to oversee the financial operations of multiple diverse entities (6 total) that include: a large real estate holdings company, construction, and a tech firm, to name a few. The ideal candidate will have expertise in full charge/multi-entity accounting, the ability to manage complex financial portfolios across various industries for the Family Office, and heavy job costing. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee full charge accounting for all business entities
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements
• Conduct regular cash flow analysis to ensure optimal financial health across all businesses
• Generate comprehensive P&L reports for each entity/consolidated financials
• Assist in financial planning and budgeting for existing businesses and new ventures
• Provide strategic financial advice to support business growth and expansion
• Coordinate with external CPAs for tax planning and preparation
• Ensure compliance with accounting regulations and standards, including GAAP
• Manage accounts payable and receivable across all entities
• Oversee payroll processing and employee benefits administration
• Reconcile bank and credit card statements for all businesses
• Oversee all administrative work and vendor management
• Extensive Cost Accounting/Job Costing required

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required, CPA preferred
• Minimum 5-10+ years of experience in accounting, multi-entity experience working with multiple companies and inter-company transactions
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards
• Expertise in accounting software and financial management systems, QuickBooks knowledge preferred
• Strong experience in cash flow management, full charge bookkeeping, P&Ls, and financial statement analysis
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication abilities to interact with various stakeholders
• Strong understanding of tax implications for various business structures
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in financial reporting
• Adaptability to work with different business models and industries
• Extensive Cost Accounting/Job Costing required
• Experience and comfortability with start-ups and fast-growing businesses
• Client seeks someone who is also operations-minded and can help out with other areas of the business.
• Would prefer someone who can step into CFO in the future as they grow.

Perks:

• Will start remote, then heavy hybrid, based in Little Rock. Local applicants preferred. 
• Full benefit package of Health, Dental, & Vision-Client pays 90% of health insurance! 
• A lot of autonomy and flexibility
• Opportunity to work with a successful entrepreneur who is in heavy growth mode
• Growth Opportunity to CFO
• Work with an incredible Owner/Mentor who enjoys working with his team and mentorship.

For more information, please apply directly or reach out to Stephanie Shine or Chris Chunn via LinkedIn. 

Arkansas Talent Group is an Executive Permanent Placement Recruitment Firm, all considerations will be held confidential.