Controller

About the role

We're partnering with a growing, construction, project-based organization to identify a Controller who will serve as a strategic business partner to the CFO. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys leading month end close processes with a high-performing team, and driving operational excellence in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting and finance operations, including AP, AR, payroll, job costing, percentage of completion (WIP), fixed assets, inventory, sales tax, and account reconciliations.
• Manage, mentor, and develop the accounting team.
• Oversee the monthly close process and prepare accurate, timely financial statements.
• Analyze financial results and identify opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiencies.
• Partner with the CFO on annual budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning.
• Drive accounting process improvements, automation initiatives, and system enhancements.
• Support operational leaders with financial analysis to improve profitability and business performance.
• Assist with the annual audit and other compliance requirements.
• Complete ad hoc analysis and special projects for executive leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance leadership experience.
• CPA preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction accounting, including job costing and percentage-of-completion (WIP) accounting.
• Experience leading accounting teams and developing staff.
• ERP experience; Great Plains is a plus.
• Advanced Excel and strong analytical skills.
• Collaborative leadership style with excellent communication skills.

Why this opportunity?

• Join an established team within an organization that prioritizes its people and fosters an employee-first culture.
• Highly visible leadership role with the opportunity to influence operations and improve processes.
• Stable, growing organization with a collaborative leadership team.
• As the Controller, an opportunity to modernize systems and drive meaningful change.

Location: Greater Denver Area (Hybrid) | Compensation: $160k-$175k + Bonus Potential | Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Potential Equity