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Controller

Tampa, FL 33609

Posted: 01/30/2026 Employment Type: Direct Hire(TW Perm) Category: Accounting Job Number: 22719 Pay Rate: $80K–$110K base + discretionary bonus

Job Description

Controller
Location: Tampa, FL | 100% in-office
Compensation: $80K–$110K base + discretionary bonus

A great opportunity for a hands-on accounting leader to join a growing, entrepreneurial business and take ownership of all day-to-day accounting activities. Continued growth has created the need for a dedicated Controller who can build scalable processes, ensure accuracy, and support the organization’s next phase of expansion.

This role is ideal for a small-company Controller or full-cycle accounting professional who enjoys working independently, partnering closely with leadership, and owning “soup to nuts” accounting.

Why You Will Love It Here
• Full ownership of all accounting and financial functions
• Highly entrepreneurial environment with autonomy to improve processes
• Direct partnership with ownership and operational leadership
• Growing company with expanding operations and increasing complexity
• Strong culture with long-term stability and engaged team

What You Will Be Doing
• Own all day-to-day accounting functions and ensure timely, accurate financial data
• Manage cash flow, bank monitoring, and cash forecasting
• Maintain the general ledger, perform reconciliations, and manage full month-end close
• Prepare P&L statements, balance sheets, and financial reporting for ownership
• Ensure all transactions are recorded accurately in the accounting system
• Collaborate with operational and sales teams on cost analysis, margins, floorplan financing, and revenue tied to inventory/VINs
• Manage floor checks, OEM coordination, and reconciliation of related balances
• Support three operating departments through complete month-end cycles
• Identify opportunities to strengthen processes and support scalability
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures, accounting policies, and best practices
• Participate in vendor, banking, and external partner communications as needed

What You Will Bring
• Full-cycle accounting experience (required)
• Experience working in a small or growing company environment
• Strong Excel skills including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs
• Experience with ERP/accounting software required; industry-specific system experience a plus
• Ability to work independently while being part of a close-knit team
• Strong analytical skills, accuracy, and a proactive mindset
• Excellent communication skills and comfort partnering across departments
• High integrity, reliability, and strong organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Background check and drug test required at offer stage

 

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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