We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Corporate Controller to serve as the company’s senior financial leader. Reporting directly to the President, this role will oversee all accounting operations, financial reporting, cash management, compliance, and strategic financial initiatives.
This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys autonomy, improving processes, and partnering directly with executive leadership. The ideal candidate will bring strong operational accounting experience while helping strengthen financial reporting, controls, and processes to support continued growth.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting & Financial Operations
- Lead all accounting operations, including monthly close, financial reporting, reconciliations, and internal controls.
- Prepare and present financial statements, management reports, and key performance metrics.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and maintain strong accounting policies and procedures.
- Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and scalability.
Financial Planning & Business Support
- Partner with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, cash flow planning, and strategic initiatives.
- Analyze financial performance and provide insights to support decision-making.
- Develop reporting and financial models to improve visibility into business performance.
Treasury, Tax & Compliance
- Manage cash flow, working capital, and banking relationships.
- Coordinate tax compliance activities with external advisors.
- Manage relationships with CPA firms, auditors, tax advisors, and other external partners.
Leadership & Growth Initiatives
- Provide leadership and direction to a small accounting team.
- Improve processes, systems, and workflows to support future growth.
- Support strategic initiatives, including potential acquisitions, financial due diligence, and transaction preparation.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- 7-15 years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
- 3+ years in a Controller, Assistant Controller, or similar leadership role.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, and accounting operations.
- Experience with budgeting, forecasting, cash management, and financial analysis.
- Ability to operate independently and partner effectively with executive leadership.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting mergers & acquisitions, due diligence, quality of earnings, or post-acquisition integration.
- Experience working with private equity firms, operating partners, investment groups, lenders, or other external stakeholders.
- Background in transaction advisory, investment banking, corporate development, or strategic finance.
- Ideal industry backgrounds include services, construction/specialty contractors, energy services, oil & gas services, industrial equipment, and transportation/logistics.
- CPA, MBA, or advanced finance/accounting credentials are a plus.
Why Join Us?
- High-visibility role reporting directly to executive leadership.
- Significant autonomy and ownership of the finance function.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a growing organization.
- Collaborative culture with flexibility and work-life balance.