General Accounting Controller

Located in Ocala, FL

Salary: 70,000

Job Title: General Accounting Controller

 

Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented General Accounting Controller to oversee the company’s accounting operations, financial reporting, and payroll functions. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, in-depth accounting knowledge, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. This role plays a key part in supporting management through financial oversight, analysis, and regulatory compliance.

 

Key Responsibilities:

 

• Accounting Functions:
  • Oversee general ledger activities and ensure accurate financial records.
    Prepare and record payroll journal entries for the general ledger (GL).
  • Perform monthly reconciliation of payroll-related accounts to the GL, identifying and resolving discrepancies.
  • Assist with month-end and year-end close procedures and support internal and external audits.
  • Maintain and enforce strong internal controls.

 

• Payroll Processing:
  • Accurately collect, compile, and enter payroll data, including wages, overtime, bonuses, commissions, and deductions (benefits, garnishments, taxes, 401K contributions, etc.).
  • Process bi-weekly payroll for all employees using Paycom (HRIS system).
  • Address payroll-related inquiries and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.

 

• Compliance & Reporting:
  • Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local tax laws and labor regulations.
  • Prepare and submit payroll tax filings and reports to applicable government agencies (e.g., IRS).
  • Generate and prepare payroll reports for management and auditors, including quarterly and annual reports (W-2s).

 

• Financial Oversight:
  • Provide financial analysis and reporting to support management decision-making.

 

 

 

 

 

Qualifications:

 

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including payroll oversight.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, payroll accounting, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience with accounting software; Paycom experience is a plus.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Advanced Excel proficiency and deep knowledge of standard costing.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Knowledge of tax preparation and compliance required.

 

Additional Information:

 

• This role offers potential for expanded responsibilities based on performance and initiative.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus but not required.
• Pay is $70,000+ Based off Experience

 

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