Controller, Accounting, Financial Controller

Location: Denver, CO
Salary: $105,000 - $120,000 + Potential Annual Bonus
Schedule: Full-Time | 100% On-Site

Our client, an established and highly respected manufacturing organization in Denver, is seeking an experienced, hands-on Controller to lead its accounting operations! This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys being involved in the day-to-day details while also providing leadership, financial oversight, and strategic support.

The ideal Controller is a working leader who isn't afraid to roll up their sleeves, tackle challenges, and take ownership of the accounting function. You'll be actively involved in financial reporting, month-end close, reconciliations, cash management, and manufacturing accounting while leading a small, collaborative team.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy wearing multiple hats, and want to make a meaningful impact within an established organization, this could be the perfect opportunity!

• Bonus Potential: Historically offered annual bonuses of 5–10%

• Established Organization: Join a successful manufacturer with a long-standing reputation in its industry

• Leadership Opportunity: Lead a close-knit accounting team while remaining actively involved in daily operations

• High Visibility: Work closely with company leadership and contribute to important financial and operational decisions

• Variety & Ownership: Take responsibility for a broad range of accounting functions in a dynamic manufacturing environment

• Consistent Schedule: Daytime hours with some flexibility in start and end times

• Immediate Opportunity: The organization is actively interviewing and looking to hire quickly!

As the Controller, you will oversee the accounting function while remaining actively involved in daily financial operations.

Accounting Operations & Financial Reporting

• Oversee full-cycle accounting activities, including general ledger maintenance, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting.

• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.

• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements and management reports.

• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies.

• Identify and resolve accounting discrepancies, process inefficiencies, and reporting issues.

Cash Management & AP/AR Oversight

• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including invoice review and approval.

• Manage banking relationships, cash activity, and account reconciliations.

• Troubleshoot banking discrepancies and cash management issues.

• Monitor financial transactions and ensure appropriate internal controls are maintained.

• Provide hands-on accounting support wherever needed.

Manufacturing & Cost Accounting

• Oversee manufacturing accounting activities, including inventory valuation, cost of goods sold, and inventory reconciliations.

• Support standard costing, cost analysis, and manufacturing variance reporting.

• Partner with operations and supply chain teams to ensure accurate financial information.

• Analyze manufacturing expenses, inventory adjustments, and operational costs.

• Identify opportunities to improve costing accuracy and financial processes.

Budgeting, Audits & Financial Analysis

• Lead the annual budgeting process and support financial forecasting.

• Analyze financial performance, identify trends, and provide recommendations to leadership.

• Coordinate internal and external audits, including responding to auditor inquiries and preparing supporting documentation.

• Prepare financial reports and analysis to support business decisions.

• Assist with accounting system improvements and process…