Job Description
Role Overview
Rydel Franchise Group is seeking an experienced Contract Controller to lead a critical phase of our finance transformation. This role will be responsible for driving the transition from QuickBooks to Zoho Books, strengthening internal controls, and building scalable accounting processes across a growing, multi-entity franchise network.
This is a hands-on leadership role suited for a Controller who thrives in fast-paced environments and has experience stabilizing and modernizing finance functions while the business continues to operate.
Key Responsibilities
System Conversion & Process Build
Lead the migration from QuickBooks to Zoho Books, including system configuration, testing, and parallel runs
Design and document accounting workflows, controls, and month-end close processes in Zoho Books
Partner with internal stakeholders and external developers to ensure accurate system implementation
Oversee a phased go-live approach, including completion of initial month-end closes for select entities
Internal Controls & Financial Governance
Establish and enforce internal controls, including bank reconciliations, segregation of duties, and approval workflows
Strengthen franchise-level financial oversight and monitoring
Identify control gaps and implement practical, scalable solutions
Support fraud prevention and risk mitigation initiatives
Month-End Close & Reporting
Own the month-end close process and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting
Review journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules
Improve close timelines and reporting consistency across entities
Team Leadership & Capability Building
Provide day-to-day leadership and technical guidance to an offshore accounting team (AP, AR, junior accounting)
Coach and mentor team members to improve accounting quality and process adherence
Support knowledge transfer and documentation to ensure sustainability beyond the contract period
Partnership with CFO
Work closely with the CFO to align on priorities, sequencing, and execution
Enable the CFO to focus on strategic finance, cash flow planning, and leadership-level initiatives
Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
CPA designation strongly preferred
8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including Controller-level responsibility
Proven experience leading financial system conversions (ERP/accounting systems)
Strong background in internal controls, multi-entity accounting, and process design
Experience in franchise, multi-location, or complex operating environments preferred
Comfortable leading change and working through ambiguity
Hands-on, detail-oriented, and execution-focused