Controller

The Controller is the firm’s lead internal accountant and a key operational leader. Reporting to the Director of Accounting, you’ll oversee the full accounting cycle, lead a small team, and drive process improvements that build scalable, efficient systems. This role ensures financial data is timely, accurate, and decision-ready in a collaborative, deadline-driven environment.

Salary Range: $140,000 - $150,000

Location: Bethesda, MD

Essential Functions:

1. Own the general ledger, ensuring all activity is recorded accurately and timely

2. Lead and continuously improve a timely, accurate monthly close (including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis)

3. Deliver timely, accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (accrual and cash basis) and actionable management reports for leadership and partners

4. Maintain and refine chart of accounts and allocations to support meaning...