Financial Controller
ARS • Springfield, Virginia • Full Time • $135,000–$145,000 / year
Posted on Sat, Sep 12, 2026
Company Name
McCarthy ServicesOverview
Location: Springfield, VA
Salary: $135,000–$145,000 annually
Additional Compensation: Annual bonus plan
McCarthy Home Services is seeking an experienced Controller to lead the accounting and financial operations of our Northern Virginia service centers. This is an excellent opportunity for an accomplished accounting professional who enjoys working closely with operational leaders and building strong financial processes in a fast-paced environment.
The Controller will serve as a key member of the local leadership team, partnering directly with the General Manager and department leaders to improve financial performance, strengthen internal controls, and support the continued growth of the business.
What We Offer
- Year-round, stable work
- Competitive salary with bonus opportunities based on team performance
- Health insurance options available after 31 days, with plans starting as low as $5 per week
- Dental and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Company-paid life insurance
- Employee discounts and career-growth opportunities with a national brand
Responsibilities
What You’ll Do
- Lead all accounting and financial-control activities for the service center.
- Partner with the General Manager and department leaders on financial planning, performance, and improvement initiatives.
- Oversee operating and capital budgets, financial forecasts, and inventory controls.
- Analyze financial results across service, sales, dispatch, fleet, customer service, purchasing, safety, and HR.
- Provide financial reporting, variance analysis, labor-wage evaluations, and recommendations to leadership.
- Establish and maintain internal controls for inventory, purchasing, shipping and receiving, labor reporting, and operational processes.
- Conduct profitability and cost-reduction analyses across the business.
- Coordinate the development of monthly financial statements, rolling forecasts, annual operating plans, and capital plans.
- Manage month-end and year-end closing procedures.
- Review and reconcile account balances.
- Oversee billing, credit, and collections.
- Prepare annual budgets and monitor performance against established plans.
- Recruit, develop, and lead the local accounting team.
- Ensure compliance with company accounting policies and generally accepted accounting principles.
Qualifications
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
- At least five years of progressive general-accounting experience.
- Equivalent combinations of relevant education, training, and experience may be considered.
- Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Experience with ERP or computerized accounting systems; JD Edwards experience is a plus.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to develop effective working relationships across departments and leadership levels.
- Proven ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced operating environment.
- Previous team leadership or accounting-management experience.
This posting provides details on potential pay ranges and opportunities, which are not guaranteed and do not represent a formal offer. Additional compensation may be offered based on experience and will be outlined in an offer letter addendum. ARS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws. Privacy policy available upon request.
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