Controller, Accounting, Financial Compliance

Alta Environmental & Infrastructure is a growing, employee-focused professional services firm providing environmental consulting, surveying, geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, and infrastructure-related services. With approximately 250 employees and $30 million in annual revenue, Alta supports public and private clients throughout the Southwest with a commitment to technical excellence, client service, and operational accountability.

We are seeking a highly capable Controller to lead our accounting function, strengthen financial processes, and provide the financial leadership needed to support continued growth.

We are seeking an ambitious and business-minded Controller who is excited by growth, operational improvement, and leadership development. Reporting directly to the CFO, this role offers substantial visibility with executive leadership and a clear opportunity to expand responsibilities as Alta continues to grow. For the right individual, this position can serve as a stepping stone to broader finance leadership opportunities within the organization.

The Controller is responsible for the overall management of Alta's accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, billing, payroll oversight, cash management, and compliance activities. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, this role will lead the accounting team and serve as a key business partner to operational leaders across the company.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical accounting skills with experience in project-based professional services organizations. This individual is detail-oriented, process-driven, and capable of building scalable financial systems and reporting structures.

• Lead all day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll oversight, fixed assets, and cash management.
• Prepare timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Manage monthly close processes and ensure adherence to established timelines.
• Oversee project accounting processes and revenue recognition for engineering, environmental, surveying, and testing service lines.
• Ensure contract compliance and accurate client invoicing.
• Maintain and enhance internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures.
• Coordinate annual financial reviews and support tax accountants.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax requirements.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team.
• Monitor accounts receivable collections and billing performance.
• Support banking relationships and treasury management activities.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting.
• Experience managing month-end and year-end close processes.
• Advanced proficiency with Quick Books Enterprise and Deltek ERP systems.

• CPA designation strongly preferred.
• Experience in engineering, environmental consulting, architecture, construction, or other project-based professional services industries.
• Familiarity with project accounting, percentage-of-completion and professional services revenue recognition.
• Experience leading accounting teams through growth and process improvements.

• Maintain a consistent and timely monthly close process.
• Improve financial reporting accuracy and visibility.
• Strengthen internal controls and accounting procedures.
• Enhance project profitability reporting and operational decision support.
• Develop the accounting team and improve departmental efficiency.
• Partner effectively with executive leadership to support Alta's growth objectives.

• Annual performance incentive opportunity