Controller, Accounting, Financial Compliance

Description

Controller | Onsite | Purcellville, VA | $160K-200K+bonus+equity

Are you a hands-on accounting leader who thrives in fast-paced, growth-oriented environments? We're seeking a Controller to lead financial reporting, strengthen internal controls, and build scalable accounting processes for a multi-location, acquisition-driven platform.

This is a high-impact opportunity for a finance professional who combines technical accounting expertise, operational discipline, and strong leadership. You'll serve as the CFO's key partner in maintaining a clean monthly close, ensuring GAAP compliance, and creating the systems, controls, and workflows needed to support continued expansion.

Lead Financial Reporting & Close

+ Own the monthly close process and calendar, ensuring timely, accurate, GAAP-compliant financial statements

+ Oversee revenue recognition for project-based work, including percentage-of-completion accounting, WIP, and over/under billing

+ Review journal entries, reconciliations, and financial analyses prepared by the accounting team

+ Produce monthly financial statements and reporting packages for executive, board, and sponsor reporting

+ Monitor job profitability and flag abnormal margin trends to operational leadership

Drive Treasury, Cash Flow & Lender Readiness

+ Support banking relationships, cash reporting, and future credit facility reporting

+ Prepare borrowing base and lender reporting documentation in partnership with the CFO

+ Own short-term and 13-week cash flow forecasting

Strengthen Controls & Audit Readiness

+ Design, implement, and maintain strong internal controls across receipts, disbursements, approvals, and reconciliations

+ Lead the annual external audit and serve as the primary contact for auditors

+ Maintain audit-ready documentation and ensure effective segregation of duties

Build Scalable Systems & Processes

+ Own the chart of accounts and serve as lead administrator for the ERP system

+ Improve accounting workflows through automation, including AP invoice automation and reporting tools

+ Partner on integrations between accounting, CRM, and project management platforms

+ Establish repeatable processes that support growth and improve accuracy

Support Acquisition Integration

+ Assist with financial due diligence for acquisitions

+ Lead post-acquisition accounting integration, including ERP migration, chart of accounts alignment, and control implementation

+ Oversee onboarding of payroll, vendors, receivables, payables, fixed assets, and WIP balances

+ Track working capital activity related to deal adjustments

Lead the Accounting Team

+ Manage and develop a team that includes corporate accounting, billing/AR, and accounting operations support

+ Review team output, provide coaching, and build accountability

+ Help recruit and scale the accounting function as the business grows

+ Oversee outsourced accounting relationships and support transition of work in-house where appropriate

Requirements

+ CPA or equivalent (i.e. ACCA)

+ 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a Controller or senior accounting leadership role

+ Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, audit management, and financial reporting

+ Experience in construction, restoration, or project-based services preferred

+ Hands-on experience with percentage-of-completion revenue recognition in a multi-location environment preferred

+ Experience in a private equity-backed, acquisitive, or high-growth environment is highly valued

+ Familiarity with Sage Intacct or similar ERP systems; experience with workflow automation and systems integration is a plus

+ Proven track record leading teams, improving processes, and supporting ERP or acquisition integration initiatives

+ Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

+ Ability to work onsite in Purcellville, VA with occasional travel as needed

If you're looking for a visible leadership role where you can shape accounting operations, improve systems, and make a lasting impact on a growing organization, this could be the right next step for you.

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