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Controller

Tampa, FL 33609

Posted: 12/02/2025 Employment Type: Direct Hire(TW Perm) Category: Accounting Job Number: 22418 Pay Rate: $100,000–$120,000 and stellar benefits (salary commensurate with experience)

Job Description

Controller

Salary: $100,000–$120,000 and stellar benefits (salary commensurate with experience)
Location: Tampa, FL (Hybrid: 4 days in-office, Fridays remote)

We are seeking an experienced Controller to join a dynamic, mission-driven organization with a strong community impact. This is a hands-on leadership role in a small-company environment, overseeing accounting operations and supporting strategic financial initiatives. You’ll work closely with leadership to improve processes, ensure compliance, and provide financial insights that drive organizational success.

What You’ll do

  • Oversee all accounting functions, including AP/AR, payroll, bank reconciliations, and monthly reporting.
  • Prepare and present financial statements to the finance committee.
  • Supervise a part-time accounting assistant and ensure accuracy in transactional processes.
  • Manage budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial planning.
  • Handle insurance renewals and HR onboarding/terminations (with potential to transition HR duties in the future).
  • Maintain and improve internal controls and financial processes.

What You’ll Bring

  • 10+ years of full-cycle accounting experience, with ability to balance detail work and strategic thinking.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred; CPA a plus but not required.
  • Nonprofit experience is helpful but not mandatory.
  • Strong communication skills and professionalism for board-level presentations.
  • Comfortable wearing multiple hats in a small-team environment.
  • Experience with QuickBooks Desktop is a plus.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

  • Competitive salary and excellent benefits: fully paid HMO healthcare or subsidized PPO, dental, vision, 401(k) with 3% match.
  • Generous PTO.
  • Paid parking and beautiful office views.

At Taylor White, we specialize in Accounting & Finance roles in Tampa Bay. Our deep industry knowledge and recruiting expertise mean we don’t just understand what you’re looking for—we know how to help you find it! Submit your resume today to be considered for this opportunity. For more information, please visit www.taylorwhite.com.

Additional Information

Whether you're an employer seeking talent or a job candidate ready for new challenges, we can help. We're Taylor White. A recruitment firm focused exclusively on placing those in the accounting and finance field - and only in the Tampa Bay area. What's more, most of our recruiters used to be accounting professionals themselves so we're uniquely capable of understanding your needs - no matter what side of the table you're on.

From placing top-tier talent in permanent positions throughout Tampa Bay to providing access to the area's best consultants, there's a reason Taylor White is the first firm both candidates and employers turn to. We know accountants.

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