iLocatum · 22 hours ago
Controller
Baton Rouge, LA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expiLocatum is a small, fast-growing organization seeking a Controller to act as the financial backbone of the company. The Controller will oversee day-to-day accounting and financial management while also managing office operations and administrative functions, serving as a strategic partner to executive leadership.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Own all accounting operations, including accounts payable/receivable, invoicing, reconciliations, month-end close, and financial reporting
Prepare and maintain accurate financial statements; ensure timely and reliable reporting for leadership
Manage payroll processing, employee reimbursements, and related federal and state tax compliance
Partner with leadership to develop and monitor budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections
Analyze financial performance, identify trends, risks, and opportunities, and provide actionable insights
Coordinate annual audits and maintain proper financial documentation and internal controls
Develop financial dashboards and reporting tools to support data-driven decision-making
Oversee daily office operations and administrative functions, ensuring efficiency, organization, and business continuity
Supervise office and administrative staff; implement scalable processes, policies, and procedures to support growth
Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and service agreements; negotiate terms to improve cost efficiency
Evaluate, implement, and optimize business tools, systems, and technologies (accounting, payroll, office systems)
Support executive leadership with scheduling, coordination, and execution of special projects, meetings, and company initiatives
Maintain a professional, organized, and positive office environment aligned with company culture and values
Act as a trusted advisor to leadership on operational planning, financial strategy, and organizational improvements
Support HR-related functions including onboarding, policies, benefits administration coordination, etc
Help foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment
Qualification
Required
7+ years of progressive experience in accounting and finance leadership roles
Prior experience functioning as a Controller, Assistant Controller, or senior accountant/finance leader in a small or growing company
Strong financial acumen with hands-on experience using QuickBooks
Proven experience managing budgets, forecasts, reconciliations, and financial reporting
Comfortable operating in a lean, fast-moving environment with competing priorities. Must be able to work independently, as well as with a cross-functional leadership team
Strong process-improvement mindset with experience building or refining systems as companies scale
Excellent communication skills with the ability to partner effectively with executives, staff, and external partners
High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism when handling sensitive information
Company
iLocatum
iLocatum is an executive search firm representing job openings in virtually every industry and job function across the country.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase