Controller Jobs in North Carolina

Controller jobs in North Carolina are consistently in demand, with active hiring concentrated in financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, and technology across roles from assistant controller to VP of finance. The Charlotte metro leads hiring volume given its status as a major U.S. banking center, with Raleigh-Durham and Greensboro also generating strong openings year-round. Large employers with a lasting footprint in the state include Bank of America, Duke University Health System, and Lowe's Companies. The most sought-after specialties are cost accounting, healthcare finance, and SEC reporting. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles83
Top employerAugmentis
Top cityCharlotte, NC
Cities hiring35
Work type57% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

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Parts Controller
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Parts Controller
LeeBoy Inc.
Lincolnton, North Carolina
Accounting
Audit

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Commercial Project Manager / Project Controller
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Commercial Project Manager / Project Controller
Siemens
Lexington, North Carolina
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$115k - $135k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in finance
10,000+

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Regional Controller- Waste Pro North Carolina
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Regional Controller- Waste Pro North Carolina
Waste Pro
Charlotte, North Carolina
Business Operations
Customer Service
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in finance
1,001-5,000

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Regional Controller- Waste Pro North Carolina
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Regional Controller- Waste Pro North Carolina
Waste Pro
Monroe, North Carolina
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in finance
1,001-5,000

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Business Controller, US East
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Business Controller, US East
Sandvik
Mebane, North Carolina
Accounting
Investment Banking & Capital Markets
Bachelor's degree in finance
10,000+

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Controller Jobs by City in North Carolina

Where North Carolina roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Charlotte
15 jobs
Raleigh
13 jobs
Greensboro
8 jobs
Durham
4 jobs
Cary
3 jobs
Gastonia
3 jobs
Winston-Salem
3 jobs
Monroe
2 jobs
Wilson
2 jobs

Controller Job Market in North Carolina

A snapshot from current North Carolina openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Augmentis3 open roles
Jobot2 open roles
Sodexo2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing
  • Staffing & Recruiting
  • Electronics & Hardware
  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Food & Beverage

What North Carolina Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in controller jobs across North Carolina.

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required, CPA license strongly preferred by most North Carolina employers
  • Five or more years of progressive accounting experience including prior supervisory or management responsibility
  • Hands-on experience with month-end and year-end close processes and financial statement preparation
  • Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite in a multi-entity or multi-site environment
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP with experience supporting external audits and regulatory compliance
  • Experience in a key North Carolina industry such as financial services, healthcare, or advanced manufacturing

Controller Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a controller in North Carolina?

Most controllers in North Carolina hold a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and advance through senior accountant and accounting manager roles before stepping into a controller seat. A Certified Public Accountant license issued by the North Carolina State Board of Certified Public Accountant Examiners is not mandatory but is the single credential that most consistently separates candidates at the shortlist stage. Many employers also value a Certified Management Accountant designation for candidates focused on cost and operational accounting.

Which companies hire controllers in North Carolina?

Employers hiring controllers in North Carolina right now include Augmentis, Jobot, and Sodexo, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. North Carolina's concentration of large financial institutions, health systems, and manufacturing headquarters means controller openings appear across a wide range of industries and company sizes throughout the state.

Which North Carolina cities have the most controller jobs?

Charlotte, Raleigh, and Greensboro consistently post the highest number of controller openings in North Carolina. Charlotte dominates because of its density of bank headquarters and financial services firms, while Raleigh-Durham draws demand from the Research Triangle's tech and life sciences employers and Duke and UNC Health, and Greensboro reflects the region's strong manufacturing and logistics base.

Are there remote controller jobs in North Carolina?

Yes, and more than many finance roles, because controller work is heavily analytical and systems-based rather than tied to a physical floor. About 43% of controller openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, a share that is higher than average for accounting roles. Month-end close oversight and FP&A work are the functions most commonly performed fully remotely, while audit coordination and on-site team management tend to require at least a hybrid presence.

How can I get hired as a controller in North Carolina with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is securing a staff or senior accountant role at a large North Carolina employer and building toward a controller title over several years. Health systems such as Atrium Health and WakeMed and large manufacturers in the Triad and Charlotte regions regularly bring on accounting associates and rotational finance program participants. Earning the CPA license through the North Carolina State Board while working full-time is the single clearest credential signal, and candidates who have closed books for a small company or nonprofit often move up faster than peers with only large-corporate experience.

Where can I find and apply to controller jobs in North Carolina?

You can find and apply to controller jobs in North Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Find roles that match your experience and apply directly to each one.

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