Controller Jobs in Virginia

A Controller, also known as a Financial Controller, is a senior executive who manages the accounting activities within a company. They oversee all financial functions including accounting, budget, credit, insurance, tax, and treasury. They are responsible for the preparation of financial reports, ensure that the reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles or financial reporting standards, and design and monitor internal control systems. Controllers often serve as the chief accounting officer (CAO) and are responsible for the production of financial reports that summarize and forecast the organization's financial position, such as income statements, balance sheets, and analyses of future earnings or expenses.

A Controller should possess a high level of competency in accounting principles and procedures, strong leadership skills, and an ability to manage and oversee a team. They should have strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. A bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is required, with many companies preferring a Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA) or a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation. Prior to becoming a Controller, a professional may have job roles such as Senior Accountant, Accounting Manager, or Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

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Financial Controller Real Estate

  • McLean, VA
  • 1 hour ago
  • McLean, VA
  • 1 hour ago

Reporting to the CEO, The Financial Controller is the senior-most finance role at our client, a mature, family-owned real estate firm....

Senior Director, Credit Reporting

  • Reston, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Reston, VA
  • 1 day ago

Job Title: Senior Director, Credit Reporting Location: Tysons What you'll do: As a Senior Director Credit Reporting you'll be directly involved in and oversee the management of, he development,...

VIE NORAM Junior FPA and Service Center Controller

  • Chantilly, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Chantilly, VA
  • 2 days ago

Purpose As a NORAM Junior FP&A and SC Controller you will play a key role to ensure financial data integrity as well as analyzing financial information that allows sound business and strategic decision-making...

The Assistant Controller processes and generates financial data for all dealership departments, which together represent the accurate financial condition of the business....

Controller - ACCOUNTING EXPERIENCE PREFERRED! - Southern Auto Group

  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 2 days ago

The Contoller processes and generates financial data for all dealership departments, which together represent the accurate financial condition of the business. He or she provides accurate...

Cost Controller Engineer

  • Boydton, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Boydton, VA
  • 3 days ago

EPI Power is hiring a Cost Controller Engineer to join our growing team....

Vice President, Controller

  • Tysons, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Tysons, VA
  • 3 days ago

Position Overview QinetiQ US is looking for a Vice President, Controller to join our team....

Manufacturing Controller

  • Chester, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Chester, VA
  • 7 days ago

Category: Finance, Keywords: Financial Controller...

Senior Manager, Product Controller

  • McLean, VA
  • 9 days ago
  • McLean, VA
  • 9 days ago

Senior Manager, Product Controller Join our growing team to support an expanding, dynamic business!...

Controller - Fairfax, VA - Part-Time

  • Fairfax, VA
  • 10 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 10 days ago

#LI-Hybrid Part-Time Controller for Nonprofit Organizations Your Part-Time Controller, LLC, (YPTC) is a national leader in providing outsourced accounting services to nonprofit organizations....

Controller - Fairfax, VA - Full-Time

  • Fairfax, VA
  • 10 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 10 days ago

#LI-Hybrid Controller for Nonprofit Organizations Your Part-Time Controller, LLC, (YPTC) is a national leader in providing outsourced accounting services to nonprofit organizations....

Senior Controller

  • Henrico, VA
  • 13 days ago
  • Henrico, VA
  • 13 days ago

Senior Controller Employer Henrico County Public Schools Location Henrico, VA, US Salary Competitive categories Employer Henrico County Public Schools Location Henrico, VA, US Salary Competitive categories...

Project Controller

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 16 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 16 days ago

(SSI), a leading provider of engineering and logistics support to the Department of Defense, is aggressively growing and seeking a skilled Project Controller to join our high-performance team....

Financial Controller I

  • Richmond, VA
  • 17 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 17 days ago

Support the Corporate Controller and Financial Reporting team on external financial and regulatory reporting matters including certain LOB specific regulatory reporting and internal management reporting...

Project Financial Controller-Hampton, VA

  • Hampton, VA
  • 20 days ago
  • Hampton, VA
  • 20 days ago

Project Financial Controller-Hampton, VA (11278) Requisition ID 11278 - Posted 04/09/2025 - VDOT-I 64-Segment 4A & 4B (3479) - AFC - Bachelor's Degree The Lane Construction Corporation is one of America's...

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Salary for Controller Jobs in Virginia

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Highest Education Level

Controllers in Virginia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
51.9%
Master's Degree
34.2%
Associate's Degree
4.6%
High School or GED
4.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.4%
Doctorate Degree
1.2%
Some College
0.6%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Controllers in Virginia
10+ years
24.0%
6-8 years
24.0%
4-6 years
20.0%
8-10 years
16.0%
2-4 years
12.0%
1-2 years
4.0%


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