Controller
Job Description
Controller
Who: A driven financial leader with experience in high-growth, acquisition-focused environments.
What: Oversee and scale financial operations, reporting, and compliance to support strategic growth and financial clarity.
When: Immediate need to support ongoing expansion and integration initiatives.
Where: Hybrid role based in a major U.S. metro area.
Why: This role ensures scalable financial systems, rigorous reporting, and data-driven insights as the company grows.
Office Environment: Entrepreneurial, fast-paced, collaborative team with a focus on ownership and accountability.
Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience, with equity opportunities.
Position Overview:
The Controller will be a key member of the finance leadership team, driving excellence in accounting operations, reporting, and compliance while supporting strategic planning, M&A activity, and organizational growth. The ideal candidate will bring operational discipline, systems experience, and a roll-up-your-sleeves approach.
Key Responsibilities:
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Financial Operations & Controls: Build and refine core accounting processes, internal controls, and close procedures to support a rapidly growing, acquisitive company.
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Reporting & Compliance: Lead the preparation of timely, accurate financial statements and ensure compliance with all regulatory, tax, and audit requirements.
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M&A Integration: Support financial diligence, post-close integration, and standardization of accounting practices across acquired entities.
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FP&A Support: Collaborate with the FP&A team on budgeting, forecasting, and scenario modeling; provide accurate historical data and insights.
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Capital Strategy Support: Assist in managing capital structures and banking relationships, including debt covenants and reporting.
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Perpetuation & Ownership Program: Support the administration and accounting of employee ownership and equity programs.
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Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with leadership on strategic initiatives, offering data-backed recommendations and ensuring financial visibility across departments.
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Process & Systems Scaling: Drive improvements in financial systems and reporting tools to increase efficiency, visibility, and scalability.
Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA required, MBA a plus.
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8+ years of accounting/finance experience, including leadership in a growing or PE-backed business.
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Strong understanding of GAAP, audit, tax, and financial reporting.
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Experience with M&A and integrating acquired businesses.
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Hands-on systems experience; familiarity with ERP implementations is a plus.
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Proven ability to lead and scale accounting teams and processes.
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Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
If you’re interested in learning more about this opportunity or would like to discuss your qualifications, please apply now.