accounting controller
/əˈkaʊntɪŋ kənˈtrəʊlər/ · ac·count·ing con·trol·ler
noun
- A person responsible for overseeing and managing the financial activities of an organization, particularly in the areas of accounting and financial reporting. The accounting controller was responsible for ensuring that all financial reports were accurate and up-to-date.
- A software or system used to manage and control financial transactions, such as accounts payable and accounts receivable. The company implemented a new accounting controller system to streamline their financial processes.
Did you know? The term 'controller' is also used in other fields, such as video games, where a controller is a device used to interact with the game.