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title: "Controller"
company: "GHJ"
company_url: "https://www.remjobs.works/companies/ghj"
url: "https://www.remjobs.works/job/ghj-controller-773f42bd-fd7c-453d-8229-994263409b9b"
apply_url: "https://jobs.lever.co/ghj/1cc6f634-e310-4f3a-9882-126ec98282d4"
workplace: onsite
location: "Chattanooga, TN"
employment_type: full-time
seniority: mid
role: finance-legal
region: united-states
date_posted: 2026-08-24T18:49:42.210Z
first_seen_by_remjobs: 2026-09-15T19:01:55.959Z
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# Controller

**GHJ** · Chattanooga, TN

Apply: https://jobs.lever.co/ghj/1cc6f634-e310-4f3a-9882-126ec98282d4

## About the role

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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