Controller, Accounting, Financial Controller

Controller

Location: Gillette, WY (On-site)

Salary: $90,000 to $125,000 annually, depending on experience

Our client is seeking an experienced Controller to oversee all accounting and financial operations for a growing organization in Gillette, Wyoming. This is a hands‑on leadership role for someone who enjoys improving financial processes, partnering with executive leadership, and helping drive strategic business decisions.

If you're a financial leader who thrives in a collaborative environment and wants the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you.

• Competitive salary: $90,000 to $125,000

• Leadership role with direct impact on company success

• Opportunity to improve financial processes and systems

• Stable, growing organization

• Collaborative executive leadership team

• Competitive compensation

• Paid Time Off

• Paid Holidays

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

• 401(k)

• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates

As the Controller, you'll oversee the company's financial operations while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across all accounting functions.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Lead all accounting operations, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, and Fixed Assets

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP

• Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process

• Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and working capital

• Oversee month‑end and year‑end close processes

• Coordinate annual audits and work closely with external CPA firms and tax advisors

• Develop and maintain strong internal controls and accounting procedures

• Provide financial analysis and reporting to executive leadership

• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and operational efficiency

• Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive accounting experience

• Previous leadership or supervisory experience

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

• Experience using accounting software or ERP systems

• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills

• CPA or CMA designation

• Experience in manufacturing, mining, energy, industrial, construction, or heavy equipment industries

• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Net Suite, Microsoft Dynamics, or JD Edwards

• Experience managing multi‑entity accounting

• Strong budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning experience

• Proven ability to improve accounting processes and internal controls

• Financial Reporting

• Budgeting & Forecasting

• Cash Flow Management

• GAAP Compliance

• ERP Systems

• Financial Analysis

• Internal Controls

• Cost Accounting

• Strategic Planning

• Leadership & Team Development

• Audit Coordination

• Process Improvement

Within your first year, you'll be expected to:

• Deliver timely and accurate financial reporting

• Improve accounting processes and efficiencies

• Strengthen internal controls

• Support executive leadership with strategic financial insights

• Help position the organization for continued growth

If you're an experienced Controller looking for an opportunity to lead financial operations, influence business decisions, and contribute to a growing organization, we encourage you to apply.

We welcome candidates who are local to the area as well as those interested in relocating to Gillette, Wyoming.