Regional Controller

About Lindgren Landscape Lindgren Landscape is an award winning, landscape design/build/maintain company serving Northern Colorado since 1995. Although we are known for creating high-end custom landscapes, we design and install landscapes of all scopes and sizes. Our people are the reason for our success. We are looking for people who are dedicated to the landscape industry and have a passion for quality. Job Summary The Regional Controller, working with the parent company CFO, is responsible for leading and overseeing the accounting and financial operations of the Company and its affiliated locations and entities. This position is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and integrity of financial reporting while providing leadership and oversight of accounting functions across multiple business locations. This is a hands-on leadership role that oversees the day-to-day accounting cycle while also establishing standardized accounting practices, internal controls, reporting processes, and financial procedures across other locations. The Regional Controller is responsible for ensuring timely and accurate month-end and year-end close processes, financial statement preparation, account reconciliations, budgeting support, cash flow management, and regulatory compliance. The Regional Controller partners closely with executive leadership, operational leaders, and accounting personnel at each location to ensure financial information is accurate, timely, and consistent. This position provides financial analysis and insight to support strategic decision-making, operational performance, profitability, and the Company's long-term growth. The ideal candidate is a strong accounting leader who is comfortable operating in a multi-entity environment, managing competing priorities, developing accounting staff, and creating scalable financial processes. General Responsibilities Accounting Leadership & Multi-Location Oversight Provide leadership and oversight of accounting operations across the Company's locations and affiliated entitiesOversee and coordinate accounting personnel responsible for local or entity-level accounting functionsEstablish consistent accounting processes, procedures, controls, and reporting standards across all locationsEnsure accounting teams are appropriately trained and following established accounting policies and proceduresProvide guidance, coaching, and support to accounting personnel at each locationIdentify opportunities to centralize, standardize, automate, or improve accounting processesPromote collaboration and effective communication among accounting personnel and business leaders across all entitiesEnsure consistency in financial reporting while recognizing the operational needs and differences of individual locations General Accounting & Financial Operations Lead and oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, billing, payroll support, fixed assets, and general ledger activitiesOversee accounting activities performed at individual locations to ensure transactions are properly recorded and supportedReview and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and other accounting transactions as appropriateEnsure the accuracy and completeness of the general ledger across all entitiesMonitor the accounting cycle to ensure transactions are recorded in the appropriate accounting periodResearch and resolve complex accounting discrepancies and unusual transactionsMaintain appropriate supporting documentation for significant accounting transactionsEnsure accounting activities are completed in accordance with Company policies and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) Month-End, Quarter-End & Year-End Close Lead and oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for multiple entitiesCoordinate month-end close responsibilities among accounting personnel across locationsReview completion of account reconciliations and investigate outstanding reconciling itemsReview accruals, prepaid expenses, depreciation, fixed assets, and other adjusting entriesEnsure all locations complete assigned close responsibilities within established deadlinesIdentify and resolve accounting issues that could delay or impact the financial closeReview entity-level financial results prior to consolidation and executive reportingSupport the preparation of consolidated financial reporting where applicableLead year-end accounting activities and coordinate required information for external accountants, tax advisors, and auditors Financial Reporting & Analysis Prepare, review, and analyze monthly financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reportsEnsure financial reporting is timely, accurate, and consistent across all locations and entitiesReview entity-level financial performance and identify significant trends, variances, risks, and opportunitiesPrepare consolidated financial reporting and supporting schedules as requiredDevelop and maintain standardized financial reporting packages for leadership and managementProvide meaningful financial analysis to executive and operational leadershipAnalyze actual results compared to budget, forecast, prior periods, and operational expectationsAssist leadership in understanding the financial drivers of profitability and operational performanceIdentify unusual financial trends or performance concerns and communicate findings to leadershipBudgeting, Forecasting & Strategic Financial SupportLead or support the annual budgeting and financial forecasting process across multiple locationsCoordinate the collection and review of financial information from individual entities and departmentsMonitor budget performance and provide regular variance analysisPartner with operational leaders to evaluate financial performance and future projectionsSupport strategic planning by providing financial analysis, modeling, and recommendationsAssist leadership with evaluating business opportunities, capital expenditures, growth initiatives, and operational investmentsDevelop financial models and reporting tools that support informed decision-makingProvide financial insight regarding pricing, profitability, margins, and business performance Internal Controls, Policies & Process Improvement Ensure internal controls are consistently followed across locationsIdentify control weaknesses, financial risks, and opportunities for process improvementImplement corrective actions and process improvements when neededMaintain appropriate separation of duties and financial approval processesDevelop standardized accounting workflows that support consistency and scalabilityImprove accounting systems and reporting processes through automation and technologyDocument accounting procedures and ensuring knowledge is appropriately shared among accounting personnel Cash Flow & Working Capital Management Monitor Company and entity-level cash flow and working capital needsReview cash balances and anticipated cash requirementsMonitor Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable trendsSupport leadership in managing collections, vendor obligations, and working capitalMonitor credit card reconciliations and other cash-related accounting activitiesProvide recommendations to optimize cash flow and financial resourcesAssist with cash forecasting and liquidity planning Compliance, Tax & Audit Support Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, financial reporting requirements, and Company policiesOversee sales and use tax reporting and other applicable tax-related accounting activitiesOversee workers' compensation reporting, insurance audits, and other financial compliance activitiesEnsure appropriate accounting documentation is maintained to support tax filings and regulatory reportingCoordinate and support external audits, reviews, and other financial examinationsPrepare and organize schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for external accountants and auditorsMonitor compliance requirements across all locations and ensure required financial reporting is completed timely Leadership & Business Partnership Serve as a strategic financial partner to executive and operational leadershipProvide financial insight and recommendations that support business objectives and long-term growthPartner with department leaders to support operational initiatives, project costing, commissions, pricing, and financial planningParticipate as an active member of the leadership teamCommunicate financial information clearly and effectively to leaders who may not have an accounting backgroundSupport leadership in evaluating operational and financial performanceServe as a trusted advisor on financial controls, accounting processes, and financial decision-makingPerform additional financial, operational, and administrative duties as assigned Qualifications Education Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field requiredCPA designation or progress toward CPA certification is preferred Experience Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive accounting experienceMinimum of 3–5 years of accounting leadership, supervisory, or management experienceExperience overseeing the full accounting cycle and month-end close processExperience preparing and reviewing financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and cash flow analysisExperience managing accounting operations across multiple locations, business units, or legal entities strongly preferredExperience reviewing or supporting consolidated financial reporting preferredExperience developing and implementing accounting policies, procedures, and internal controlsExperience supporting external audits and working with outside accountants and tax advisorsPrevious experience in construction, landscaping, manufacturing, private equity, or other project-based or multi-entity industries is preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Accounting & Financial Expertise Thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)Strong understanding of the complete accounting cycle and financial close processStrong understanding of multi-entity accounting and entity-level financial reportingExperience with general ledger management, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and internal controlsStrong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, cost accounting, and cash flow managementAbility to analyze complex financial information and identify meaningful trends and risksUnderstanding of consolidated financial reporting is preferred Leadership & Team Management Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop accounting employeesAbility to provide effective oversight of accounting personnel located across multiple offices or locationsAbility to establish accountability while maintaining strong working relationshipsSkilled at prioritizing resources and managing competing accounting deadlinesAbility to lead through change and support process improvementsStrong collaboration and relationship-building skills Multi-Entity & Operational Collaboration Ability to manage multiple entities, locations, deadlines, and competing prioritiesAbility to balance standardized accounting practices with varying operational needs across locationsStrong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with operational leadersAbility to identify inconsistencies in accounting processes and implement effective solutionsComfortable working in a hands-on, fast-paced, and evolving business environment Technical Skills Advanced Microsoft Excel skillsExperience with accounting software and ERP systems; QuickBooks experience is highly preferredAbility to learn and implement new financial systems and reporting toolsExperience with financial reporting, dashboard, and business intelligence tools is preferred Work Schedule This is a full-time positionTravel between Company locations may be requiredOccasional evenings or weekends may be required during month-end, year-end, audit periods, or other critical business cycles Powered by JazzHR buWvMsVVTu