Senior Controller / Director of Finance (Title Flexible)

Job Title: Senior Controller / Director of Finance (Title Flexible) (Confidential) Location: Central Florida (Tampa–Orlando corridor) Work Arrangement: 100% On-Site Compensation: $140,000–$170,000 base + Leadership Bonus up to 25% Relocation: Relocation stipend + temporary housing available Overview We are conducting a confidential search for a Director of Finance to lead end-to-end accounting and finance for a complex, high-volume hospitality/entertainment operation with 15–20+ diverse revenue streams (50+ revenue verticals) and multiple technology platforms supporting revenue and operations. This role is ideal for a finance leader who is not intimidated by complexity but motivated to automate, refine, and build scalable processes and controls . What You'll Own Lead full-scope accounting and finance operations, including AP, AR, Payroll, and General Ledger Own monthly/quarterly/year-end close and financial reporting in alignment with GAAP Ensure revenue completeness and accuracy across numerous revenue streams and systems; build reconciliation structure and controls Drive budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting with operational leaders Improve cash flow visibility, working capital management, and cost controls Design and strengthen internal controls , reduce risk, and support audit readiness Build/standardize finance and accounting SOPs , workflows, and documentation Identify opportunities to automate reporting, streamline close, and improve data quality across platforms Partner with executive leadership on strategic initiatives and operational decision-making Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing finance team Ideal Background Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred but not required) 7+ years of progressive finance/accounting experience with leadership responsibility Proven track record owning accounting and reporting in a highly complex, multi-revenue-stream environment Strong experience managing revenue processes across multiple systems/platforms (ERP + operational systems); ability to create reconciliation discipline Demonstrated success in improving processes (automation, standardization, close acceleration, control enhancements) Strong GAAP knowledge, financial reporting, budgeting/forecasting, and internal controls Advanced Excel skills; reporting/BI tools a plus Comfortable partnering cross-functionally in a fast-paced operating environment Must be willing to work 100% on-site in Central Florida Why This Role High-visibility leadership role with meaningful impact Competitive base + bonus program Relocation support available for qualified candidates