Controller

About City Wide

City Wide Facility Solutions is a leading provider of commercial facility services, supporting businesses with comprehensive janitorial and facility maintenance solutions. The Richmond office is a growing operation with approximately $24–25 million in annual revenue and a strong opportunity for continued growth.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Controller to oversee the accounting function for our Richmond operation. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who is equally comfortable managing the bigger financial picture and getting into the details when needed.

The Controller will oversee a small accounting team, currently consisting of one Bookkeeper, and will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the company's financial operations. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 1–2+ years of Controller experience , strong technical accounting knowledge, and the ability to independently identify and resolve issues within the financials.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting professional who is looking for a long-term career opportunity with room to grow into a CFO-level role . .

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day accounting function, while remaining hands-on with key accounting activities and financial processes.
• Manage and develop the Bookkeeper, providing direction, oversight, and appropriate checks and balances.
• Oversee contract billing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, credit card reconciliations, and general ledger activity .
• Review financial transactions and reconciliations for accuracy and investigate discrepancies or unusual activity.
• Lead the monthly close process and ensure financials are accurate and completed on a timely basis.
• Review the P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow each month, identify trends or discrepancies, and determine the appropriate action needed.
• Prepare and/or review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports in accordance with GAAP and company standards.
• Handle more complex accounting responsibilities, including year-end adjustments and other technical accounting matters .
• Understand and manage the company's unique accounting structure, including separate payables associated with independent contractors as well as traditional business/vendor payables.
• Provide financial insight and reporting to office leadership, helping translate financial information into actionable business decisions.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Maintain strong internal controls and accounting procedures to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinate with City Wide Corporate and other internal resources as needed.
• Support internal and external audits and provide requested schedules and documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, systems, and efficiencies.
• As the business grows, assume additional accounting responsibilities and ultimately support the financial operations of multiple locations.

Requirements

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• 1–2+ years of Controller experience with demonstrated ownership of an organization's accounting function.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, financial statements, reconciliations, P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow .
• Demonstrated ability to identify, investigate, and resolve accounting discrepancies independently.
• Comfortable being hands-on with day-to-day accounting responsibilities while also operating at a higher strategic level.
• Experience managing or mentoring accounting staff.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial leaders.
• CPA, CPA candidate, or actively pursuing CPA designation preferred.
• Experience in a service-based, construction, franchise, or other multi-revenue/multi-payables environment is a plus.
• Experience working in a smaller or mid-sized business environment is highly desirable.
• Strong interest in building a long-term career with an organization that offers opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Compensation & Growth

Salary: $100,000–$120,000 , based on experience and qualifications, with a bonus program currently being developed.

This position offers the opportunity to grow with a successful and expanding operation. The Controller will report directly to office leadership and will have the potential to progress toward a CFO-level role , with increasing responsibility as the Richmond and Blue Ridge operations continue to grow.

Why Join City Wide?

• Join a growing organization with a strong local operation and established revenue base.
• Take ownership of a critical business function rather than being one person within a large accounting department.
• Work closely with leadership and have a direct impact on business performance.
• Build and lead the accounting function while developing professionally.
• Opportunity for long-term career growth into a CFO-level position .
• Be part of a collaborative team that values accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
• Health, vision, and dental plan
• PTO