Controller, Accounting, Financial Compliance

We are seeking a hands-on Controller to lead the accounting and financial operations of a growing project-based service organization with annual revenues between $25M and $50M. This is a key leadership position that partners directly with executive leadership to provide financial insight, maintain operational stability, strengthen internal controls, and support sound business decision-making.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative finance leader who thrives in a small to mid-sized company environment, enjoys wearing multiple hats, and can balance strategic financial oversight with day-to-day accounting responsibilities.

As Controller, you will serve as the financial leader for the organization, overseeing accounting operations while providing critical business insights to support company performance.

• Lead all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reporting.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records, systems, and processes.
• Analyze financial performance and communicate key trends, risks, and opportunities to leadership.

• Partner with company leadership to develop operating plans, budgets, forecasts, and capital investment strategies.
• Monitor company performance against financial plans and recommend corrective actions when needed.
• Support strategic decision-making through financial analysis and business insights.
• Assist with long-range financial planning and cash management initiatives.

• Manage accounting activities within a project-based service environment.
• Oversee work-in-progress (WIP) reporting and revenue recognition.
• Monitor project profitability, labor utilization, cost tracking, and margins.
• Ensure accurate reporting of costs related to labor, materials, and service activities.

• Develop and maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies.
• Oversee tax compliance and coordinate reporting requirements.
• Support annual audits and act as a primary liaison with external auditors and advisors.
• Safeguard company assets through sound financial controls and risk management practices.
• Lead and mentor a small accounting team, including direct supervision of accounting staff.
• Conduct performance reviews and support employee development.
• Foster a collaborative and accountable team environment.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience as a Controller or senior-level accounting leader.
• Strong understanding of financial statements, including P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow reporting.
• Experience managing month-end and year-end close processes.
• Demonstrated leadership experience supervising accounting or finance staff.
• Experience working in a small to mid-sized organization where you are directly involved in day-to-day accounting operations.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

• CPA, MBA, MAcc, CFA, CTP, or FP&A certification.
• Experience in a project-based service, industrial services, equipment, machinery, manufacturing, construction, field services, or capital equipment environment.
• Strong understanding of:
• Work-in-progress (WIP) accounting
• Job costing
• Revenue recognition
• Labor and material cost tracking
• Project profitability analysis
• Experience with SAP (highly preferred).
• Experience with Sage 500 (preferred).
• Experience managing cash flow, budgeting, forecasting, and financial controls.

• Enjoys being a trusted advisor to leadership
• Can stabilize and strengthen financial processes
• Is comfortable rolling up their sleeves when needed
• Has experience leading small teams
• Thrives in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment

• Direct partnership with executive leadership.
• High visibility and influence across the organization.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a stable, growing business.
• Leadership role with both strategic and operational responsibilities.
• Small-company environment where your contributions are recognized and valued.